Porterville High

2,178 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Porterville High School, located at 465 W. Olive Ave. in Porterville, California, serves as a cornerstone of the Porterville Unified School District. As one of the oldest and most established secondary institutions in the region, the school maintains a long-standing tradition of academic, athletic, and extracurricular engagement within the local community. It is known for its iconic "Panther" mascot and school spirit, fostering a sense of history and pride among its diverse student body.

The campus offers a comprehensive high school experience, providing a broad curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and various specialized programs designed to support student success. Beyond academics, the school emphasizes a well-rounded education by offering numerous clubs, performing arts programs, and competitive athletic teams. As a central fixture in the city, Porterville High plays an essential role in preparing its students for higher education and future career opportunities in the Central Valley and beyond.

2,178

Total Students

84.3

Full-Time Teachers

25.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

86.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Porterville High
Demographic	Student Count
White	195
Hispanic	1,855
Black	7
Asian	45
Two or More	20
American Indian	53
Pacific Islander	3

Hispanic
1,855 (85.2 %)
White
195 (9.0 %)
American Indian
53 (2.4 %)
Asian
45 (2.1 %)
Two or More
20 (0.9 %)
Black
7 (0.3 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.1 %)

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:	Porterville Unified
Phone:	(559)782-7210
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,178
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	84.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,737
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	146

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 511

Grade 10 593

Grade 11 566

Grade 12 508