Modesto City High

Headquartered at 426 Locust Street in Modesto, California, Modesto City High operates as an active, non-charter public school district serving the educational needs of a dynamic midsize city setting. According to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district manages eight operational schools serving secondary grade levels spanning from 6th through 12th grade, as well as adult education programs. Positioned as a central academic hub within the broader Modesto metropolitan area, the open district focuses on delivering tailored secondary pathways that equip adolescent learners and adult students with the skills needed for post-secondary education and career success.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district enrolled 15,443 students, with the core of its student body concentrated across comprehensive 9th through 12th-grade high school campuses. To foster an enriching and supportive learning environment for its highly diverse student population, Modesto City High maintains a robust workforce comprising over 3,120 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 1,384 full-time teachers, nearly 170 instructional aides, and more than 1,560 support personnel. Through its significant staffing infrastructure and deeply rooted community presence, the district remains a foundational driver of student achievement and civic engagement across the Central Valley.