Merced High School

Merced High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
205 W Olive Ave,  Merced, CA
Merced Union High School District
3.6
4.3
1,951 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
John Olson
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
43%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
85
Full Time Teachers
85
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
26
Reading
25
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
30.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
4.4%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3.6%
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
451:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.3%
Hispanic
65.3%
White
14%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.1%
Black
7.7%
Two or more races
3.8%
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 308 Students
University of California - Merced 242 Students
California State University - Fresno 201 Students
University of California - Davis 192 Students
California State University - Stanislaus 176 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 169 Students
University of California - Berkeley 161 Students
San Francisco State University 143 Students
University of California - San Diego 142 Students
University of California - Irvine 115 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 88 Students
Nursing 78 Students
Business 76 Students
Psychology 68 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 38 Students
Education 34 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 33 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Computer Science 30 Students
Criminology 29 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 442 Reviews
3.0 Junior
12/16/2024
As a junior in Merced High, i've had good and bad experiences. A good experience I've had was being part of the Tennis Team, it was a great opportunity to meet new people and better myself. In contrast, I've seen a lot of school fights which makes me question the safety of the school. Additionally, I think the campus could be improved. But overall, the staff and teachers are nice and educated.
4.0 Alum
10/14/2024
merced highschool is full of a diversity of students from many different ethnic backgrounds cultivating a very diverse experience for every student. the school does have its flaws but makes it up when it comes to cultural appreciation and the patients to accept the diverse backgrounds of everybody.
4.0 Freshman
9/30/2024
Overall, I am having a good experience with Merced High School and am enjoying my time here. It is a very good school with very good programs that I enjoy.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 3 Reviews
5.0 student
8/19/2022
This school is amazing. Definitely has some of the best teachers you can find. Mr. Abejuela has a pull-up bar in his classroom and challenges students not only mentally but physically. Mr. Dissalvo always presents both sides to any argument so we could form our own opinions and even let us debate in...
4.0 other
1/7/2017
Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Merced High School and graduated in 2011. I was able to experience a variety of great teachers and learned skills I wasn't aware some schools don't have as a standard. They prepare students for jobs with mock interviews, resumes, cover letters and we covered a cou...
4.0 student
2/5/2014
This school is simple and a bit old compared to the nearby schools. It has some problems such as old rooms and such stuff but overall appearance wise this school is okay. I like how the original Merced High School is the best overall school wise in the county. This school could improve by having mor...

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Merced High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Merced, CA and is served by the Merced Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,951 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Merced 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 3.45, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $429,167. Discover additional schools in the area, like Yosemite High School, Independence High (Alternative), Sequoia High School, and more. Learn more about what Merced has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Merced High School.

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