Mendota High School is a public high school in Mendota, California, United States, attended largely by Hispanic-Americans. In the 2015–2016 school year, the school contained 755 students. 99% were Hispanic, with the remainder Asian.
Serving 1,085 students in grades 9-12, Mendota 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,085 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mendota High School's student population of 1,085 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,085 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mendota 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 Mendota High School is 0.02, 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
#3514 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aztec
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendota High School's ranking?
Mendota High School is ranked #3514 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mendota High School?
The graduation rate of Mendota High School is 85%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mendota High School?
1,085 students attend Mendota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mendota High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mendota High School?
Mendota High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mendota High School offer ?
Mendota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mendota High School part of?
Mendota High School is part of Mendota Unified School District.
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