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#4287 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Del Norte High
High School · Del Norte County Unified
1301 El Dorado St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Enrollment
923
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
923
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,287 of 9,539
In Crescent City
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Del Norte County Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Del Norte High
Del Norte High is a public high school in Crescent City, CA, part of Del Norte County Unified. Del Norte High serves approximately 923 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Norte High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Norte High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Del Norte 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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Del Norte High — Students at Del Norte High score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.0/10.
How Del Norte High Compares
See how Del Norte 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
1301 El Dorado St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Norte High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sunset High (rated 6.8/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brookings-Harbor High School (rated 5.7/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Brookings), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Crescent City, see our Crescent City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Castle Rock Crescent City | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Joe Hamilton Elementary Crescent City | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Crescent Elk Middle Crescent City | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunset High Crescent City | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 7.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 11.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 13.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 16.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Azalea Middle School Brookings | 20.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School Brookings | 20.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings | 20.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookings | 24.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orick Elementary Orick | 34.3 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 34.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,817
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
22,491
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.4
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| Fillmore Senior High Fillmore, CA | 6.6 |
| Gunderson High San Jose, CA | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Norte High
What grades does Del Norte High serve?
Del Norte High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Del Norte High?
Del Norte High has an enrollment of approximately 923 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Norte High?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Norte High is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Norte High rank in CA?
Del Norte High ranks #4,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Norte High's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Norte High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Del Norte High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Norte High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Norte High a charter school?
No, Del Norte High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Norte High a Title I school?
No, Del Norte High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Norte High?
59.0% of students at Del Norte 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
- 923
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Del Norte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (707) 464-0274
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Del Norte County Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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