Serving 1,622 students in grades 9-12, Tulare 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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: 1,622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tulare Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tulare Union High School's student population of 1,622 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Tribe
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1890
School Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Rankings
Tulare 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 Tulare Union High School is 0.34, 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
#4209 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Tulare Union High School's ranking?
Tulare Union High School is ranked #4209 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tulare Union High School often compared to?
Tulare Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulare Western High School, Mission Oak High School 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 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tulare Union High School?
The graduation rate of Tulare Union High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tulare Union High School?
1,622 students attend Tulare Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Tulare Union High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tulare Union High School?
Tulare Union High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulare Union High School offer ?
Tulare Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tulare Union High School part of?
Tulare Union High School is part of Tulare Joint Union High School District.
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