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#6518 of 9,539 schools in CA
Westside High
High School · Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified
2041 Almond St., Dos Palos, CA 93620
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,518 of 9,539
In Dos Palos
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Westside High
Westside High is a public high school in Dos Palos, CA, part of Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified. Westside High serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westside High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Westside 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 Westside 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.
97% of students at Westside 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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Westside High — Students at Westside High score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 7.5/10.
How Westside High Compares
See how Westside 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
2041 Almond St., Dos Palos, CA 93620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dos Palos High (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pacheco High (rated 6.5/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Los Banos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Banos High (rated 5.6/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Los Banos), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dos Palos, see our Dos Palos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dos Palos Elementary Dos Palos | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Bernhard Marks Elementary Dos Palos | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Dos Palos High Dos Palos | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Bryant Middle Dos Palos | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Charleston Elementary Los Banos | 9.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Pacheco High Los Banos | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla | 11.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Mercey Springs Elementary Los Banos | 11.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Los Banos Junior High Los Banos | 11.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Grasslands Elementary Los Banos | 12.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Banos High Los Banos | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Transitional Kindergarten Center Los Banos | 12.4 mi | 3.5 |
| R. M. Miano Elementary Los Banos | 12.5 mi | 3.2 |
| San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos | 12.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Los Banos Elementary Los Banos | 12.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Westside Union Elementary Los Banos | 12.6 mi | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Los Banos | 12.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LOS BANOS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Banos | 13.2 mi | — |
| Los Banos Adventist Christian School Los Banos | 13.2 mi | — |
| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh | 13.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,890
Median Home Value
$295,100
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
10,173
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
49.9%
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
36.1
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| Goodwill High Victorville, CA | 5.4 |
| New Horizon High Banning, CA | 5.4 |
| Richard A. Alonzo Community Day Los Angeles, CA | 5.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside High
What grades does Westside High serve?
Westside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westside High?
Westside High has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside High is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westside High rank in CA?
Westside High ranks #6,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Westside High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westside High a charter school?
No, Westside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westside High a Title I school?
No, Westside High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside High?
93.6% of students at Westside 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
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.4%
- Phone
- (209) 392-0280
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,270
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,599
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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