Needs Improvement
#8923 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mt. Madonna High
High School · Gilroy Unified
8750 Hirasaki Ct., Gilroy, CA 95020
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,923 of 9,539
In Gilroy
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
Gilroy Unified
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Mt. Madonna High
High School in Gilroy · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mt. Madonna High
Mt. Madonna High is a public high school in Gilroy, CA, part of Gilroy Unified. Mt.
Madonna High serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Madonna High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,923 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Madonna High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, Mt. Madonna 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 Mt. Madonna 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.
Mt. Madonna High runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Madonna High — Students at Mt. Madonna High score 1% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Mt. Madonna High Compares
See how Mt. Madonna 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
8750 Hirasaki Ct., Gilroy, CA 95020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Madonna High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christopher High (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilroy High (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gilroy, see our Gilroy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rod Kelley Elementary Gilroy | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Luigi Aprea Elementary Gilroy | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| El Roble Elementary Gilroy | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Christopher High Gilroy | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Brownell Middle Gilroy | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Solorsano Middle Gilroy | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Gilroy | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Mary, Gilroy Gilroy | 1.2 mi | — |
| Gilroy Prep (a Navigator School) Hollister | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| South Valley Middle Gilroy | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Glen View Elementary Gilroy | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Gilroy High Gilroy | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Las Animas Elementary Gilroy | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Rucker Elementary Gilroy | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Eliot Elementary Gilroy | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Gilroy | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Gilroy | 3.5 mi | — |
| San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy San Martin | 4.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Pacific Point Christian Schools Gilroy | 4.3 mi | — |
| PACIFIC POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gilroy | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,242
Median Home Value
$1,005,600
Median Rent
$2,256/mo
Population
67,945
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Madonna High
What grades does Mt. Madonna High serve?
Mt. Madonna High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Madonna High?
Mt. Madonna High has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Madonna High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Madonna High is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Madonna High rank in CA?
Mt. Madonna High ranks #8,923 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Madonna High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Madonna High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Mt. Madonna High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Madonna High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Madonna High a charter school?
No, Mt. Madonna High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Madonna High a Title I school?
No, Mt. Madonna High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Madonna High?
71.3% of students at Mt. Madonna 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (669) 205-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
Gilroy Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,244
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,984
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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