Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, Arcata High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcata High School's student population of 1,052 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcata 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 Arcata High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3126 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
16%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
66%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcata High School's ranking?
Arcata High School is ranked #3126 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arcata High School often compared to?
Arcata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eureka Senior High School, Mckinleyville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcata High School?
The graduation rate of Arcata High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arcata High School?
1,052 students attend Arcata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Arcata High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcata High School?
Arcata High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Arcata High School offer ?
Arcata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arcata High School part of?
Arcata High School is part of Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
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