BARSTOW HIGH SCHOOL

Barstow High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Barstow Unified school district, located in Barstow, CA with about 1,378 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 62 teachers, Barstow High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Barstow High School, located at 430 S. First Ave. in Barstow, California, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Barstow Unified School District. As a traditional public high school, it offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for various post-secondary pathways, including university education, vocational training, and the workforce. The campus serves a diverse student population and functions as a focal point for the region’s youth, emphasizing academic development alongside extracurricular engagement.

The school is well-known for its active athletic programs and student organizations, which play a significant role in fostering school spirit and community involvement in the high desert region. By providing a blend of core academic subjects, elective courses, and support services, Barstow High aims to meet the educational needs of its students while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of a high-desert, inland Southern California community.

For more information, contact Barstow High at (760) 255-6105 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.