Serving 636 students in grades 9-12, Yreka 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yreka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yreka High School's student population of 636 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Yreka 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 Yreka High School is 0.61, 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
#4336 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Yreka High School's ranking?
Yreka High School is ranked #4336 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yreka High School often compared to?
Yreka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weed High School, Mount Shasta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yreka High School?
The graduation rate of Yreka High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Yreka High School?
636 students attend Yreka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Yreka High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yreka High School?
Yreka High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yreka High School offer ?
Yreka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Yreka High School part of?
Yreka High School is part of Yreka Union High School District.
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