Wasco High School

Wasco High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1900 7th St,  Wasco, CA
Wasco Union High School District
4.0
3.5
1,693 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kevin Tallon
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1060
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.34
Graduation Rate
93%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
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
3.34
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1060
Math
540
Verbal
520
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
41.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
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
7.3%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3.5%
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
448:1

Student Diversity

Male
50%
Female
50%
Hispanic
93.8%
White
4%
Black
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<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.
California State University - Bakersfield 303 Students
Bakersfield College 292 Students
California State University - Fresno 241 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 235 Students
University of California - Davis 208 Students
University of California - Berkeley 168 Students
University of California - Irvine 164 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 163 Students
University of California - San Diego 142 Students
San Diego State University 133 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 85 Students
Psychology 79 Students
Business 72 Students
Biology 71 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 48 Students
Agricultural Business 41 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 35 Students
Computer Science 34 Students
Criminology 34 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 33 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 204 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/25/2024
This High School offers many unique chances that the other schools in the county do not offer. Then with it being located in a small town it really lets me feel connected with everyone and the staff. If I was given the chance I would like to be able to enroll my future kids into this high school if it is possible.
5.0 Senior
6/6/2024
Really good school I'm so glad I was able to be apart of it I made many new memories and friends whom I will have lasting memories with. The teachers are amazing they really care about us they show us that they are there to help and support us throughout our years there. There is no other school like Wasco High with our pride and amazing staff. The rally's are one in a life time experience and are so much fun many people get involved. Sports games are fun and there's ala ways school spirit going around. There are some flaws this school has like the food it's really not the best but there are times where we go out and get our own food which makes up for it. One thing I would like to see change are the rules we have there are many that aren't up to date and they really impact us as students and newer generations.
5.0
6/27/2023
My experience at wasco high school was unforgettable because I lived very nice moments. And these are memories that I keep in my memory. During these four years that I spent at Wasco High School I learned many things thanks to my teachers who were always there motivating me to be a better student and thinking more deeply about my future. For example Mr. Navarrete was my inspiration to study education because I liked how he taught and he inspired me because he has a charisma that he transmits it to us students. For that and many other things he was my greatest inspiration. The worst experience I had at Wasco High School was when the pandemic started because thanks to it half of my freshman year was online and my sophomore year and it was the worst because for me they were totally new things. Sometimes it was difficult to understand some of my classes. When I came back in my junior year we had to use masks and it was uncomfortable. And to be honest my senior year was the best of all.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 6 Reviews
5.0 other
9/11/2013
I have recently started attending Wasco High School and I already feel secure and comfortable. I love how I have no problem asking my teachers for help when I need it, whereas in other schools I sometimes I felt that I couldn't because I didnt feel comfortable with them. The bell schedule is a littl...
1.0 parent
8/20/2009
5.0 parent
4/21/2009
1.0 parent
11/7/2007

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Wasco High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Wasco, CA, in the Wasco neighborhood, and is served by the Wasco Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,693 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Wasco High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.34, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1060 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $304,157. Discover additional schools in the area, like Independence High School, Wasco Independence High School, North Kern Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Wasco has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wasco High School.

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