Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Happy Camp High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Camp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Happy Camp High School's student population of 60 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Happy Camp High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Camp High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
35%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Camp High School's ranking?
Happy Camp High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Happy Camp High School?
The graduation rate of Happy Camp High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Happy Camp High School?
60 students attend Happy Camp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Happy Camp High School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Happy Camp High School?
Happy Camp High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Happy Camp High School offer ?
Happy Camp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Happy Camp High School part of?
Happy Camp High School is part of Siskiyou Union High School District.
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