Rio Mesa High

www.riomesahigh.us

1,951 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Rio Mesa High School, located in Oxnard, California, is a comprehensive public high school within the Oxnard Union High School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its strong emphasis on both academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. The campus environment reflects the surrounding community, offering a variety of programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of athletic and club opportunities.

Beyond its academic offerings, Rio Mesa is often recognized for its vibrant school spirit and deep-rooted traditions. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture that encourages students to excel in the arts, humanities, and sports. By providing a structured yet supportive environment, Rio Mesa High School aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the critical thinking skills and personal character necessary to navigate their future endeavors successfully.

1,951

Total Students

84.8

Full-Time Teachers

23.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Rio Mesa High
Demographic	Student Count
White	86
Hispanic	1,700
Black	20
Asian	92
Two or More	43
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
1,700 (87.5%)
Asian
92 (4.7%)
White
86 (4.4%)
Two or More
43 (2.2%)
Black
20 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
1 (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:	Oxnard Union High
Phone:	(805)278-5500
Website:	http://www.riomesahigh.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,951
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	84.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,219
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	197

* 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 9 491

Grade 10 459

Grade 11 525

Grade 12 476