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#4220 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Tulare Technical Preparatory High
High School · Tulare Joint Union High
737 West Bardsley Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,220 of 9,539
In Tulare
#11 of 28
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Tulare Joint Union High
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Tulare Technical Preparatory High
Tulare Technical Preparatory High is a public high school in Tulare, CA, part of Tulare Joint Union High. Tulare Technical Preparatory High serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tulare Technical Preparatory High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,220 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tulare Technical Preparatory High show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Tulare Technical Preparatory 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 Tulare Technical Preparatory 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.
Score Breakdown
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Tulare Technical Preparatory High — Students at Tulare Technical Preparatory High score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 6.9/10.
How Tulare Technical Preparatory High Compares
See how Tulare Technical Preparatory High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
737 West Bardsley Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tulare Technical Preparatory High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sierra Vista Charter High (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tulare Union High (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tulare Western High (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Countryside Community Day Tulare | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mulcahy Middle Tulare | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Tulare | 0.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Maple Elementary Tulare | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Sierra Vista Charter High Tulare | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Tulare Western High Tulare | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Tulare Union High Tulare | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Tulare | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare City Community Day Tulare | 1.3 mi | — |
| Tulare Support Tulare | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Tulare | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Pleasant Elementary Tulare | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Cherry Avenue Middle Tulare | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Garden Elementary Tulare | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Los Tules Middle Tulare | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Heritage Elementary Tulare | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Cypress Elementary Tulare | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Frank Kohn Elementary Tulare | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Live Oak Middle Tulare | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Tulare | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,905
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
79,154
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
29.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tulare Technical Preparatory High
What grades does Tulare Technical Preparatory High serve?
Tulare Technical Preparatory High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tulare Technical Preparatory High?
Tulare Technical Preparatory High has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tulare Technical Preparatory High?
The student-teacher ratio at Tulare Technical Preparatory High is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tulare Technical Preparatory High rank in CA?
Tulare Technical Preparatory High ranks #4,220 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tulare Technical Preparatory High's MySchoolScout rating?
Tulare Technical Preparatory 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 Tulare Technical Preparatory High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tulare Technical Preparatory High has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Tulare Technical Preparatory High a charter school?
No, Tulare Technical Preparatory High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tulare Technical Preparatory High a Title I school?
No, Tulare Technical Preparatory High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tulare Technical Preparatory High?
97.1% of students at Tulare Technical Preparatory 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
- 35
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Phone
- (559) 687-7400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
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District
Tulare Joint Union High- District Enrollment
- 5,673
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,096
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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