Atwater High School

Atwater High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2201 Fruitland Ave,  Atwater, CA
Merced Union High School District
3.9
3.0
2,051 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Torrin Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
99
Full Time Teachers
99
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
510
Verbal
530
Average ACT
19
Math
19
English
19
Reading
20
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
40.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
4.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
504:1

Student Diversity

Male
52%
Female
48%
Hispanic
80.4%
White
13.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.6%
Black
1.4%
Two or more races
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Merced College 269 Students
California State University - Stanislaus 260 Students
California State University - Fresno 252 Students
University of California - Merced 239 Students
University of California - Davis 187 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 160 Students
University of California - Berkeley 144 Students
San Francisco State University 140 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 131 Students
University of California - San Diego 121 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 74 Students
Nursing 67 Students
Business 63 Students
Psychology 60 Students
Criminology 41 Students
Education 34 Students
Elementary Education 33 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 33 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 31 Students
Computer Science 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 450 Reviews
5.0 Junior
4/15/2025
My experience at Atwater High School has been good so far. I haven't experienced anything negative that has impacted me in some way. But something that stands out to me is how there are many different cultural groups that hang out with each other at the school which is not something that you see happen often.
4.0 Senior
10/6/2023
I had a good experience overall but there were times where I felt disregarded by others like for cinco de mayo someone had a mexican flag and someone not only snatched the flag from them but also was holding up an American flag. This made me feel a bit unsafe because they were able to do that with so much disregard to what the day even stands for and why we celebrate it.
3.0 Senior
10/5/2023
Atwater High School hadn't guided me about info for college or scholarships until my senior year. I wish I would've started learning more about college life starting my Freshman year in High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/3/2013
This school is performing better than most in the valley. With a diverse group of students its test scores have flourished. The Ag program is the best in the state and has been recognized as such. The Principal is strong and is focused on student involvement. The leadership seems to try new things e...
1.0 student
11/1/2011
they don't even deserve a one in my opinion its the worst school in the area. people are better off going to buhac at least there the staff know how to deal with problems(or from what i've heard) i would reccommend any school over atwater high

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Atwater High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Atwater, CA, in the Atwater neighborhood, and is served by the Merced Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 2,051 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. Atwater High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $452,005. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valley Community School Atwater Campus, Buhach Colony High School, Landmark Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Atwater has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Atwater High School.

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