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.
602
Total Students
32.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bishop Union High
Demographic Student Count
White245
Hispanic233
Black6
Asian3
Two or More33
American Indian81
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    245 (40.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    233 (38.7 %)
  • American Indian
    81 (13.5 %)
  • Two or More
    33 (5.5 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bishop Union High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9147
Grade 10153
Grade 11164
Grade 12138
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bishop Union High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27645.8%
Male32654.2%