Serving 1,290 students in grades 9-12, Delano 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano 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
Delano High School's student population of 1,290 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano 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 Delano High School is 0.18, 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
#3090 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
90%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano High School's ranking?
Delano High School is ranked #3090 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Delano High School often compared to?
Delano High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E. Chavez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delano High School?
The graduation rate of Delano High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Delano High School?
1,290 students attend Delano High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Delano High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano High School?
Delano High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Delano High School offer ?
Delano High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Delano High School part of?
Delano High School is part of Delano Joint Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
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