Shasta High School is an American public high school located in Redding, California. With an enrollment of over 1600 students, it is the largest high school in Shasta County, California.
Serving 1,284 students in grades 9-12, Shasta High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shasta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shasta High School's student population of 1,284 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1899
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Shasta High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shasta High School is 0.56, 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
#1888 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shasta High School's ranking?
Shasta High School is ranked #1888 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shasta High School often compared to?
Shasta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enterprise High School, Foothill High School, University Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shasta High School?
The graduation rate of Shasta High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shasta High School?
1,284 students attend Shasta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Shasta High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shasta High School?
Shasta High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta High School offer ?
Shasta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shasta High School part of?
Shasta High School is part of Shasta Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Shasta High School located?
Shasta High School is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunset.
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