Ukiah High School is the oldest public high school in Ukiah, California, the seat of Mendocino County. Established in 1893, it is the largest school by enrollment and only four-year comprehensive high school in the Ukiah Unified School District.
Serving 1,745 students in grades 9-12, Ukiah High School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ukiah High School's student population of 1,745 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1893
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Ukiah 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 Ukiah High School is 0.58, 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
#6506 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Willy The Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ukiah High School's ranking?
Ukiah High School is ranked #6506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ukiah High School often compared to?
Ukiah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willits High School, Redwood Collegiate Academy, Fort Bragg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ukiah High School?
The graduation rate of Ukiah High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ukiah High School?
1,745 students attend Ukiah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ukiah High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ukiah High School?
Ukiah High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ukiah High School offer ?
Ukiah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ukiah High School part of?
Ukiah High School is part of Ukiah Unified School District.
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