Below Average
#8274 of 9,539 schools in CA
Citrus High
High School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,274 of 9,539
In Porterville
#32 of 33
public schools
In district
#20 of 21
Porterville Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Citrus High
High School in Porterville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Citrus High
Citrus High is a public high school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Citrus High serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Citrus High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,274 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Citrus High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Citrus High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Citrus High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
96% of students at Citrus High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Citrus High — Students at Citrus High score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Citrus High Compares
See how Citrus High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Citrus High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Granite Hills High (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Porterville High (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Porterville Military Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Porterville High Porterville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 1.5 mi | — |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Granite Hills High Porterville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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|---|---|
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) Sacramento, CA | 4.2 |
| Laurel Ruff Transition Sacramento, CA | 4.2 |
| Liberty High (Continuation) Paso Robles, CA | 4.2 |
| Salinas Community Salinas, CA | 4.2 |
| Daily (Allan F.) High (Continuation) Glendale, CA | 4.3 |
| Downtown High San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Citrus High
What grades does Citrus High serve?
Citrus High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Citrus High?
Citrus High has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Citrus High?
The student-teacher ratio at Citrus High is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Citrus High rank in CA?
Citrus High ranks #8,274 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Citrus High's MySchoolScout rating?
Citrus High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Citrus High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Citrus High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Citrus High a charter school?
No, Citrus High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Citrus High a Title I school?
No, Citrus High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Citrus High?
76.5% of students at Citrus High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 95.9%
- Phone
- (559) 782-7130
- 4-Year Graduation
- 38.0%
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #20 of 21
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