Rio Mesa High School serves over 2,200 students in the Oxnard Union High District. Maintaining a student-to-teacher ratio of 23-to-1, this California institution is ranked above average.
Rio Mesa is one of only two high schools in Ventura County to offer the challenging International Baccalaureate Programme where students can pursue a Diploma or Career-Related Programme with options including automotive, baking and pastry, robotics, video and broadcasting, engineering or even mariachi.
The school’s special ATID track helps students prepare for a university experience and a career track offers robotics and engineering, skilled trades, culinary, multimedia and entertainment industry studies.
With individual and team championships under their belts, the Rio Mesa Spartans are competitive athletes. Multiple sports are available for participation throughout the year including football, soccer, basketball, baseball, track and field and water polo.
Rio Mesa students are active in many after school activities including a student-run literary and art magazine and newspaper as well as the popular Ballet Folklorico Club, where students can learn the regional dances of Mexico.
At Rio Mesa, students, staff, parents and community work together to embody the core values necessary for success as scholars and citizens of the world.
Rio Mesa High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
545 Central Ave,
Oxnard, CA
Oxnard Union High School District
School Details
Head of School
William Dabbs
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
43%
Average GPA
3.43
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B
B-
B-
B
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.43
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
87
Full Time Teachers
87
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
43.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
4.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3.2%
State Average
9.9%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
367:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.7%
Female
48%
Hispanic
85.5%
White
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.8%
Two or more races
2.3%
Black
2%
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.
University of California - Los Angeles
271 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara
271 Students
Ventura College
261 Students
California State University - Northridge
226 Students
University of California - San Diego
201 Students
University of California - Irvine
197 Students
University of California - Berkeley
195 Students
California State University - Channel Islands
181 Students
San Diego State University
175 Students
University of California - Davis
168 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
112 Students
Psychology
99 Students
Biology
94 Students
Nursing
75 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
49 Students
Criminology
41 Students
Sociology
38 Students
Computer Science
36 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
33 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
30 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/17/2024
My son attended Rio Mesa for all four years. He was in all IB classes and was on the Track and Field team. The school overall was pleasant and I did not have any issues with the classes or teachers. More information could be provided to parents regarding the IB program and taking the exams. There also was little parent involvement.
3/15/2024
What I would like to see change is more school activities for students that actually want to participate not the one that do it because they were made to. Best experience is the football games because everyone comes out to have fun even if I'm not apart of the team. Worst experience is when people get into fight that can ruin their hopes of getting a college they want.
6/28/2023
My experience at rio mesa was something I have to say wasn't the best environment I could be in, though I'm grateful I made it out it was a high school experience that I would never wanna go back to Rio mesa.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/15/2024
They take forever with grades! They don’t really care…
10/15/2019
I love it! Im so glad my son will be graduating from Rio Mesa he had had s great experience
4/1/2019
RMHS is willing to help every student and staff member to succeed with confidence great social skills and compassion.
2/2/2019
I'm SO happy my daughter is at Rio Mesa. She's found her academic passion, thanks to some very supportive teachers and counselor. It's been a great experience for our whole family.
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List Price Range
$611K - $625K
Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$691,760
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
34%
Average Household Income
$152,312
% of College Grads
26.6%
Median Age
39
Average House Size
1,363 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
64.0%
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Rio Mesa High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Oxnard, CA and is served by the Oxnard Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,333 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Rio Mesa 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 3.43, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $691,760. Discover additional schools in the area, like Providence School, Pacifica High School, Del Sol High School, and more. Learn more about what Oxnard has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Rio Mesa High School.