Fall River Junior-Senior High
275 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Fall River Junior-Senior High School, located in the rural community of McArthur, California, serves as the central secondary education hub for the Fall River Joint Unified School District. The school provides a combined educational environment for students in grades 7 through 12, fostering a close-knit campus culture that emphasizes both academic preparation and student development. By serving the remote Intermountain region of Shasta County, the school acts as a vital community anchor, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and vocational programs designed to support students as they transition from middle school through high school graduation.
As part of the Fall River Joint Unified School District, the institution is dedicated to maintaining high standards of instruction while addressing the unique needs of a geographically isolated student population. The school’s curriculum is balanced to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce directly. Through its emphasis on community involvement and localized educational support, Fall River Junior-Senior High works to create a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student achievement despite the challenges associated with rural education.
As part of the Fall River Joint Unified School District, the institution is dedicated to maintaining high standards of instruction while addressing the unique needs of a geographically isolated student population. The school’s curriculum is balanced to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce directly. Through its emphasis on community involvement and localized educational support, Fall River Junior-Senior High works to create a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student achievement despite the challenges associated with rural education.
275
Total Students
13.8
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 162 |
| Hispanic | 92 |
| Two or More | 13 |
| American Indian | 8 |
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White162 (58.9 %)
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Hispanic92 (33.5 %)
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Two or More13 (4.7 %)
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American Indian8 (2.9 %)
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: | Fall River Joint Unified |
| Phone: | (530)336-5515 |
| Website: | http://www.frjusd.org |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 275 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 13.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 84 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
44
Grade 8
46
Grade 9
51
Grade 10
53
Grade 11
43
Grade 12
38
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 44 |
| Grade 8 | 46 |
| Grade 9 | 51 |
| Grade 10 | 53 |
| Grade 11 | 43 |
| Grade 12 | 38 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 123 | 44.7% |
| Male | 152 | 55.3% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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