Argonaut High
536 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Argonaut High School, located in the foothills of Jackson, California, serves as a comprehensive public secondary institution within the Amador County Unified School District. As the primary high school for the local community, it offers a traditional academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs, including athletics, performing arts, and career-technical education pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its strong community spirit and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and personal growth.
Set against the scenic backdrop of Amador County, Argonaut High maintains a focus on smaller-town values while striving to meet modern educational standards. The campus provides a range of resources meant to engage its diverse student body, encouraging participation in school culture through spirit events and local partnerships. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for hands-on learning, the school aims to equip its graduates with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
Set against the scenic backdrop of Amador County, Argonaut High maintains a focus on smaller-town values while striving to meet modern educational standards. The campus provides a range of resources meant to engage its diverse student body, encouraging participation in school culture through spirit events and local partnerships. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for hands-on learning, the school aims to equip its graduates with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
536
Total Students
30.9
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 321 |
| Hispanic | 141 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 16 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White321 (60.1 %)
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Hispanic141 (26.4 %)
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Two or More41 (7.7 %)
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American Indian16 (3.0 %)
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Asian11 (2.1 %)
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Black2 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.4 %)
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: | Amador County Unified |
| Phone: | (209)257-7700 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 536 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 197 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 7 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
138
Grade 10
150
Grade 11
141
Grade 12
107
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 138 |
| Grade 10 | 150 |
| Grade 11 | 141 |
| Grade 12 | 107 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 252 | 47% |
| Male | 282 | 52.6% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.4% |
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