Very Good
#2638 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Yreka High
High School · Yreka Union High
400 Preece Way, Yreka, CA 96097
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,638 of 9,539
In Yreka
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Yreka Union High
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Yreka High
Yreka High is a public high school in Yreka, CA, part of Yreka Union High. Yreka High serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yreka High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,638 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yreka High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Yreka 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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Yreka High — Students at Yreka High score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
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: 8.7/10.
How Yreka High Compares
See how Yreka 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
400 Preece Way, Yreka, CA 96097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yreka High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fort Jones Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Jones), with a very similar rating. Another option is Montague Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Montague), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northern United - Siskiyou Charter (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Eureka), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yreka, see our Yreka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 0.3 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 1.8 mi | — |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 2.0 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 8.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 12.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 11.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SCOTT VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Jones | 13.0 mi | — |
| Scott Valley Junior High Fort Jones | 14.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Borchard Academy Fort Jones | 14.1 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 16.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones | 14.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,105
Median Home Value
$256,400
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,220
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yreka High
What grades does Yreka High serve?
Yreka High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yreka High?
Yreka High has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yreka High?
The student-teacher ratio at Yreka High is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yreka High rank in CA?
Yreka High ranks #2,638 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yreka High's MySchoolScout rating?
Yreka High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Yreka High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yreka High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yreka High a charter school?
No, Yreka High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yreka High a Title I school?
No, Yreka High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yreka High?
52.2% of students at Yreka 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
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (530) 842-2521
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Yreka Union High- District Enrollment
- 692
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,385
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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