Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Corning High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corning High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Corning High School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Corning High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corning High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7953 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corning High School's ranking?
Corning High School is ranked #7953 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Corning High School often compared to?
Corning High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Bluff High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corning High School?
The graduation rate of Corning High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Corning High School?
956 students attend Corning High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Corning High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corning High School?
Corning High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Corning High School offer ?
Corning High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Corning High School part of?
Corning High School is part of Corning Union High School District.
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