Serving 1,951 students in grades 9-12, Merced High School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 1,951 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merced High School's student population of 1,951 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bears
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,951 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merced High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merced High School is 0.53, 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
#6252 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Merced High School's ranking?
Merced High School is ranked #6252 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merced High School often compared to?
Merced High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Capitan High School, Golden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merced High School?
The graduation rate of Merced High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Merced High School?
1,951 students attend Merced High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Merced High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merced High School?
Merced High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merced High School offer ?
Merced High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Merced High School part of?
Merced High School is part of Merced Union High School District.
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