Bishop Union High
602 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bishop Union High School, located in the Eastern Sierra town of Bishop, California, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Bishop Unified School District. Nestled in a unique geographic region between the Sierra Nevada and White Mountains, the school plays a central role in the local community, providing a comprehensive high school experience that emphasizes both academic preparation and extracurricular engagement. The school typically serves students from the city of Bishop and the surrounding Inyo County area, fostering a close-knit environment reflective of its rural mountain setting.
Academically, Bishop Union High offers a traditional curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, trade schools, or the workforce. Beyond the classroom, the school is known for its active athletic programs and student organizations, which leverage the region's distinct landscape and community spirit. By maintaining a focus on student well-being and local identity, the school acts as a focal point for the community, aiming to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of life beyond the Owens Valley.
Academically, Bishop Union High offers a traditional curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, trade schools, or the workforce. Beyond the classroom, the school is known for its active athletic programs and student organizations, which leverage the region's distinct landscape and community spirit. By maintaining a focus on student well-being and local identity, the school acts as a focal point for the community, aiming to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of life beyond the Owens Valley.
602
Total Students
32.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 245 |
| Hispanic | 233 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 33 |
| American Indian | 81 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White245 (40.7 %)
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Hispanic233 (38.7 %)
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American Indian81 (13.5 %)
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Two or More33 (5.5 %)
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Black6 (1.0 %)
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Asian3 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Bishop Unified |
| Phone: | (760)873-4275 |
| Website: | http://www.bishopschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 602 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 216 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 22 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
147
Grade 10
153
Grade 11
164
Grade 12
138
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 147 |
| Grade 10 | 153 |
| Grade 11 | 164 |
| Grade 12 | 138 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 276 | 45.8% |
| Male | 326 | 54.2% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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High School 6th - 12th