Serving 1,840 students in grades 9-12, Brawley Union High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brawley Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brawley Union High School's student population of 1,840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Brawley Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brawley Union High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4558 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brawley Union High School's ranking?
Brawley Union High School is ranked #4558 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brawley Union High School often compared to?
Brawley Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calipatria High School, Southwest High School, Calexico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brawley Union High School?
The graduation rate of Brawley Union High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brawley Union High School?
1,840 students attend Brawley Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brawley Union High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brawley Union High School?
Brawley Union High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brawley Union High School offer ?
Brawley Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brawley Union High School part of?
Brawley Union High School is part of Brawley Union High School District.
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