Serving 632 students in grades 9-12, Firebaugh 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Firebaugh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Firebaugh High School's student population of 632 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
632 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Firebaugh 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 Firebaugh High School is 0.04, 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
#4421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%

Hispanic
98%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
2%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firebaugh High School's ranking?
Firebaugh High School is ranked #4421 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Firebaugh High School?
The graduation rate of Firebaugh High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Firebaugh High School?
632 students attend Firebaugh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Firebaugh High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Firebaugh High School?
Firebaugh High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Firebaugh High School offer ?
Firebaugh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Firebaugh High School part of?
Firebaugh High School is part of Firebaugh-Las Deltas Unified School District.
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