Very Good
#2954 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Needles High
High School · Needles Unified
1900 Erin Dr., Needles, CA 92363
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,954 of 9,539
In Needles
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Needles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Needles High
Needles High is a public high school in Needles, CA, part of Needles Unified. Needles High serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Needles High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,954 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Needles High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Needles 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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Needles High — Students at Needles High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
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: 7.3/10.
How Needles High Compares
See how Needles 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
1900 Erin Dr., Needles, CA 92363
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Needles High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy of Building Industries (rated 6.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Mohave), with a comparable rating. Another option is River Valley High School (rated 5.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Mohave Valley), a more accessible option. Additionally, CRUHSD Academy (rated 3.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Needles, see our Needles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Training Center Needles | 0.0 mi | — |
| Needles Middle Needles | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Vista Colorado Elementary Needles | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Needles Community Day Needles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Needles SDA School Needles | 0.8 mi | — |
| NEEDLES AG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Needles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Pillar Academy of Business & Finance Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| River Valley High School Mohave Valley | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CRUHSD Academy Bullhead City | 4.6 mi | 3.3 |
| WAVE - River Valley High School Kingman | 4.6 mi | — |
| NotYourRegularChurch Needles | 4.9 mi | — |
| Mohave Valley Connections Academy Mohave Valley | 5.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Mohave Valley Junior High School Mohave Valley | 9.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Academy of Building Industries Fort Mohave | 10.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Desert Star Academy Fort Mohave | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Fort Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave | 10.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave | 13.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Young Scholars Academy Bullhead City | 13.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Fox Creek Jr High School Bullhead City | 16.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,226
Median Home Value
$138,900
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
5,392
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
49.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Needles High
What grades does Needles High serve?
Needles High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Needles High?
Needles High has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Needles High?
The student-teacher ratio at Needles High is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Needles High rank in CA?
Needles High ranks #2,954 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Needles High's MySchoolScout rating?
Needles High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Needles High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Needles High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Needles High a charter school?
No, Needles High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Needles High a Title I school?
No, Needles High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Needles High?
77.5% of students at Needles 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
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (760) 326-2191
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Needles Unified- District Enrollment
- 930
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,698
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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