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Fall River Junior-senior High
High School · Fall River Joint Unified
PO Box 340, Mcarthur, CA 96056
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,627 of 9,539
In district
#2 of 4
Fall River Joint Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Fall River Junior-senior High
High School in Mcarthur · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fall River Junior-senior High
Fall River Junior-senior High is a public high school in Mcarthur, CA, part of Fall River Joint Unified. Fall River Junior-senior High serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fall River Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fall River Junior-senior High show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Fall River Junior-senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
40% of students at Fall River Junior-senior 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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Fall River Junior-senior High — Students at Fall River Junior-senior High score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Fall River Junior-senior High Compares
See how Fall River Junior-senior 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
PO Box 340, Mcarthur, CA 96056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fall River Junior-senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Big Valley Jr. Sr. High (rated 6.9/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Bieber), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Burney Junior-Senior High (rated 6.1/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Burney), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mcarthur, see our Mcarthur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 36.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Soldier Mountain High (Continuation) Mcarthur | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fall River Community Day Mcarthur | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fall River Elementary Fall River Mills | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Big Valley Elementary Bieber | 14.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Big Valley Jr. Sr. High Bieber | 14.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Mt. Burney Special Education Center Burney | 17.2 mi | — |
| Burney Junior-Senior High Burney | 17.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Burney Elementary Burney | 17.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Mountain View High (Continuation) Burney | 18.3 mi | — |
| Burney Community Day Burney | 18.3 mi | — |
| Beacon Hill Christian Academy Montgomery Creek | 26.5 mi | — |
| Explore and learn Whitmore | 36.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,359
Median Home Value
$411,200
Population
1,535
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
95.2%
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
53
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|---|---|
| Bowman (Jereann) High (Continuation) Santa Clarita, CA | 5.9 |
| Buena Vista Continuation High Chino, CA | 5.9 |
| Calero High San Jose, CA | 5.9 |
| Canyon Ridge High Hesperia, CA | 5.9 |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center Reseda, CA | 5.9 |
| Hoopa Valley High Hoopa, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fall River Junior-senior High
What grades does Fall River Junior-senior High serve?
Fall River Junior-senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Fall River Junior-senior High?
Fall River Junior-senior High has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fall River Junior-senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Fall River Junior-senior High is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fall River Junior-senior High rank in CA?
Fall River Junior-senior High ranks #5,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fall River Junior-senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Fall River Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Fall River Junior-senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fall River Junior-senior High has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fall River Junior-senior High a charter school?
No, Fall River Junior-senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fall River Junior-senior High a Title I school?
No, Fall River Junior-senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fall River Junior-senior High?
49.2% of students at Fall River Junior-senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (530) 336-5515
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Fall River Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,160
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,253
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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