Serving 186 students in grades 7-12, Tulelake High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tulelake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tulelake High School's student population of 186 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tulelake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tulelake High School is 0.36, 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
#8848 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Honker
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulelake High School's ranking?
Tulelake High School is ranked #8848 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tulelake High School often compared to?
Tulelake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weed High School, Yreka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tulelake High School?
The graduation rate of Tulelake High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tulelake High School?
186 students attend Tulelake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tulelake High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulelake High School?
Tulelake High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulelake High School offer ?
Tulelake High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Tulelake High School part of?
Tulelake High School is part of Tulelake Basin Joint Unified School District.
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