Atwater High School

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Atwater High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2201 Fruitland Ave,  Atwater, CA
Merced Union High School District
3.9
3.0
2,029 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Torrin Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1050
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
13%
Reading Proficiency
41%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
13%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
98
Full Time Teachers
98
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1050
Math
510
Verbal
540
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
3.6%
State Average
19.4%
Science
2.2%
State Average
11.2%
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
52.6%
Female
47.4%
Hispanic
81.5%
White
12.4%
Asian
2.4%
Black
1.5%
Two or more races
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Filipino
<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 299 Students
California State University - Stanislaus 272 Students
University of California - Merced 271 Students
California State University - Fresno 259 Students
University of California - Davis 192 Students
San Francisco State University 162 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 157 Students
University of California - Berkeley 146 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 128 Students
University of California - San Diego 125 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 75 Students
Business 72 Students
Psychology 71 Students
Nursing 69 Students
Criminology 43 Students
Education 41 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 38 Students
Elementary Education 35 Students
Computer Science 30 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 444 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/13/2025
The best part of Atwater High School is the community and school spirit. Atwater always shows up for one another whether it's for sports or awards.
3.0 Junior
9/30/2025
The best parts of Atwater high in my opinion would be the classes. Once you get to pick you electives the classes are engaging and interesting along with hands on. The worst parts would have to be the counciling office. I have always had problems contacting the counciling office to discuss about SAT and college opportunities. I have went in the counseling office and some only the staff were rude and seemed annoyed about a question I asked.
4.0 Senior
9/3/2025
It is a great and prospering environment. Full of spirit and student involvement. Great energy to be around and there's always something to be excited for.
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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,029 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 13% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Atwater High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1050 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $464,877. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valley Atwater Community Day School, 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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