Turlock High

2,479 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Turlock High School, located at 1600 E. Canal Dr. in Turlock, California, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Turlock Unified School District. With a deep-rooted history in the community, the school is known for its traditional campus atmosphere and strong commitment to academic and extracurricular excellence. It caters to a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and various advanced placement opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

Beyond academics, Turlock High is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and vibrant school spirit, often serving as a central hub for community engagement and local pride. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, supporting numerous student organizations, performing arts programs, and clubs that foster leadership and personal growth. As a pillar of the Turlock community, the institution remains dedicated to maintaining high standards of achievement while ensuring that students have access to the resources and support necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

2,479

Total Students

118.8

Full-Time Teachers

20.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

58.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turlock High
Demographic	Student Count
White	682
Hispanic	1,593
Black	38
Asian	74
Two or More	65
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	11

Hispanic
1,593 (64.4%)
White
682 (27.6%)
Asian
74 (3.0%)
Two or More
65 (2.6%)
Black
38 (1.5%)
American Indian
11 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
11 (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:	Turlock Unified
Phone:	(350)206-6400
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,479
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	118.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,245
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	212

* 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 9 657

Grade 10 642

Grade 11 561

Grade 12 619