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.
536
Total Students
30.9
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Argonaut High
Demographic Student Count
White321
Hispanic141
Black2
Asian11
Two or More41
American Indian16
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    321 (60.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    141 (26.4 %)
  • Two or More
    41 (7.7 %)
  • American Indian
    16 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    11 (2.1 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Argonaut High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9138
Grade 10150
Grade 11141
Grade 12107
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Argonaut High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25247%
Male28252.6%
Not Specified20.4%