Serving 549 students in grades 9-12, Mckinleyville 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinleyville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Mckinleyville High School's student population of 549 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“McKinleyville High School fosters an inclusive community where all individuals can excel both personally and academically by empowering learners with meaningful skills in a safe and supportive environment.”
School Rankings
Mckinleyville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinleyville High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#3542 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinleyville High School's ranking?
Mckinleyville High School is ranked #3542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mckinleyville High School often compared to?
Mckinleyville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcata High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckinleyville High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinleyville High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mckinleyville High School?
549 students attend Mckinleyville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mckinleyville High School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinleyville High School?
Mckinleyville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mckinleyville High School offer ?
Mckinleyville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinleyville High School part of?
Mckinleyville High School is part of Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
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