Serving 163 students in grades 9-12, Laton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laton High School's student population of 163 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Go Mustangs!
School Rankings
Laton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laton High School is 0.25, 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
#4604 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laton High School's ranking?
Laton High School is ranked #4604 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laton High School often compared to?
Laton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover High School, Kingsburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laton High School?
The graduation rate of Laton High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laton High School?
163 students attend Laton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Laton High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laton High School?
Laton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laton High School offer ?
Laton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laton High School part of?
Laton High School is part of Laton Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
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