Porterville High School is a high school located in Porterville, California. The school was erected in 1896. It is part of the Porterville Unified School District and has students enrolled from 9–12 grade. It is named for the city of Porterville.
Serving 2,136 students in grades 9-12, Porterville 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Porterville High School's student population of 2,136 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride in achievement; Honor in effort; Strength in knowledge.
School Rankings
Porterville High School 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 Porterville High School is 0.26, 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
#4185 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Porterville High School's ranking?
Porterville High School is ranked #4185 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Porterville High School often compared to?
Porterville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monache High School, Porterville Military Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Porterville High School?
The graduation rate of Porterville High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Porterville High School?
2,136 students attend Porterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Porterville High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porterville High School?
Porterville High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Porterville High School offer ?
Porterville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porterville High School part of?
Porterville High School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
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