Madera High

Madera High serves 1,865 students in grades 9-12 in Madera, California, operating as a comprehensive public high school in this Central Valley community. With 73 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25.5:1, typical for larger California high schools. Academically, Madera High has room for growth, earning a 4.7 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 37th percentile among California high schools.

Students show stronger performance in English Language Arts, with 52% achieving proficiency or above, while mathematics presents a greater challenge with 15% of students meeting proficiency standards. The school is focusing on supporting student development across all academic areas. The school serves a diverse community where the median household income is $71,057 and median home values reach $337,500.

About 20% of families in the area face economic challenges, while 14% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. This economic diversity reflects the broader character of Madera County's agricultural region. Located on South L Street, Madera High sits in a small suburban setting within a ZIP code population of over 41,000 residents.

The school serves as an important educational anchor in this Central Valley community, where families value both tradition and opportunity for their students.

The student-teacher ratio at Madera High is 25.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.