McFarland High School is a public high school in McFarland, California, a city in Kern County north of Bakersfield and south of Fresno.
Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Mcfarland High School Early College 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcfarland High School Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcfarland High School Early College's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcfarland High School Early College ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcfarland High School Early College is 0.04, 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
#4188 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mcfarland High School Early College's ranking?
Mcfarland High School Early College is ranked #4188 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mcfarland High School Early College often compared to?
Mcfarland High School Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcfarland High School Early College?
The graduation rate of Mcfarland High School Early College is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcfarland High School Early College?
956 students attend Mcfarland High School Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mcfarland High School Early College students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcfarland High School Early College?
Mcfarland High School Early College has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mcfarland High School Early College offer ?
Mcfarland High School Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mcfarland High School Early College part of?
Mcfarland High School Early College is part of Mcfarland Unified School District.
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