MODOC HIGH SCHOOL

Modoc High is a public high school that is part of the Modoc Joint Unified school district, located in Alturas, CA with about 252 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Modoc High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Modoc High School, located in Alturas, California, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Modoc Joint Unified School District. Nestled in the rural northeastern corner of the state, the school acts as a vital hub for the community, providing a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the regional workforce. Its location in the high desert plateau reflects a close-knit environment where the school often plays a central role in local academic, athletic, and extracurricular life.

As part of a smaller school district, Modoc High emphasizes personalized attention and a supportive learning atmosphere. The institution focuses on meeting California state educational standards while offering programs that cater to the unique needs of a rural student population. By maintaining a balance between traditional academics and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to foster student growth, community engagement, and long-term success for its graduates within the broader Modoc County area.

For more information, contact Modoc High at (530) 233-7201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

900 N. Main St.
Alturas, CA 96101-3376
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MODOC HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Alturas, CA with about 252 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
252
Teachers:
14.37
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 252 students

White
69.8%
Hispanic/Latino
15.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
8.3%
Asian
2.8%
Black or African American
2.0%
Two or more races
1.2%

Female
44.8%
Male
55.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.