CALIFORNIA HIGH

MONITEAU CO. R-I
1501 W BUCHANAN ST
CALIFORNIA, MO 65018
439 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
California High School, located in California, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Moniteau County R-I School District. As a central hub for the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth. The campus environment is designed to prepare students for diverse post-graduation paths, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in military service.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, California High School emphasizes the development of well-rounded individuals through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations. By maintaining a focus on school spirit and community engagement, the institution strives to cultivate a supportive culture that helps students navigate the challenges of high school while equipping them with the essential skills needed for long-term success. Further information regarding district policies, faculty resources, and school events can be found on their official website.
439
Total Students
31.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    361 (82.2%)
  • Hispanic
    66 (15.0%)
  • Black
    4 (0.9%)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
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: No
District: MONITEAU CO. R-I
Phone: (573)796-4911
Website: http://www.californiak12.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 439
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 98
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 44

* 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 9 126
Grade 10 111
Grade 11 95
Grade 12 107
Gender Ratio