Average
#4205 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Mount Shasta High
High School · Siskiyou Union High
710 Everitt Memorial Hwy., Mount Shasta, CA 96067
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,205 of 9,539
In Mount Shasta
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Siskiyou Union High
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Mount Shasta High
Mount Shasta High is a public high school in Mount Shasta, CA, part of Siskiyou Union High. Mount Shasta High serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Shasta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Shasta High show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Mount Shasta 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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Mount Shasta High — Students at Mount Shasta High score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
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
↓ 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: 3.5/10.
How Mount Shasta High Compares
See how Mount Shasta 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
710 Everitt Memorial Hwy., Mount Shasta, CA 96067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Shasta High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dunsmuir High (rated 7.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Dunsmuir), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Weed High (rated 6.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Weed), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Shasta, see our Mount Shasta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Gathering Christian Academy Mount Shasta | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sisson Mount Shasta | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Mt. Shasta Elementary Mount Shasta | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Golden Eagle Charter Mount Shasta | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Dunsmuir Elementary Dunsmuir | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Dunsmuir High Dunsmuir | 7.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Weed High Weed | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Weed Elementary Weed | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Castle Rock Elementary Castella | 12.4 mi | 4.5 |
| McCloud High Mccloud | 10.0 mi | — |
| Butteville Elementary Weed | 11.4 mi | 8.0 |
| McCloud Elementary Mccloud | 10.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Tribe of Gad Creative Learning Homeschool Montague | 16.8 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 17.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Big Springs Elementary Montague | 21.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 25.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Little Shasta Elementary Montague | 27.3 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 30.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 29.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Coffee Creek Elementary Trinity Center | 26.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,222
Median Home Value
$377,500
Median Rent
$1,504/mo
Population
7,800
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
51.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Shasta High
What grades does Mount Shasta High serve?
Mount Shasta High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Shasta High?
Mount Shasta High has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Shasta High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Shasta High is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Shasta High rank in CA?
Mount Shasta High ranks #4,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mount Shasta High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Shasta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mount Shasta High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Shasta High has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Shasta High a charter school?
No, Mount Shasta High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Shasta High a Title I school?
No, Mount Shasta High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Shasta High?
42.4% of students at Mount Shasta 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
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (530) 926-2614
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Siskiyou Union High- District Enrollment
- 515
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,322
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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