Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Ahwahnee High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ahwahnee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ahwahnee High School's student population of 35 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ahwahnee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ahwahnee High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5359 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Hispanic
47%
56%
White
41%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahwahnee High School's ranking?
Ahwahnee High School is ranked #5359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ahwahnee High School?
The graduation rate of Ahwahnee High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ahwahnee High School?
35 students attend Ahwahnee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ahwahnee High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 12% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ahwahnee High School?
Ahwahnee High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ahwahnee High School offer ?
Ahwahnee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ahwahnee High School part of?
Ahwahnee High School is part of Yosemite Unified School District.
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