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Tulare Joint Union High School District

Mission Oak High School

#13 in Best Public High Schools in Tulare County
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Tulare, CA
  • 184 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      B-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Mission Oak High School is an above average, public school located in Tulare, CA. It has 1,505 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 24% of students are at least proficient in math and 48% in reading.
    Address
    3442 E Bardsley Ave
    Tulare, CA 93274
    Telephone
    (559) 688-2021
    Website
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    Mission Oak High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    48%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    24%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1070
    174 responses
    Average ACT
    22
    29 responses
    AP Enrollment
    12%
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      C
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $49,584
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $975
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $177,500
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    65%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.20 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.20 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 37 responses
    Report
    • Mission Madness.
      41%
    • Homecoming Week.
      22%
    • Football games
      11%
    • Mission Madness is very fun
      11%
    • Pep rallies
      8%
    • Homecoming
      5%
    • Spirit Week
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,505
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    67%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.23 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.23 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.23 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    26:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $76,647
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    11.1%
    58%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.33 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.33 responses
    58%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.33 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,136/ year
    National
    $12,239
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.31 responses
    32%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.31 responses
    58%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.31 responses
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    Over the years I've been enrolled I have gained so much more than just academic knowledge. My time here at Mission Oak was filled with opportunities I never would have imagined being able to receive, such as building relationships with many of my fellow students and staff, being able to participate in activities inside and outside of school that tie into my future goals (musical education), and receiving leadership roles that helped me understand the importance of responsibility and communication. Every single program has grown so, so much from its recent years; for example, the school marching band has never earned so many first place trophies and so much support from the community since the last four years, when Oddie Lambert was hired for the position as band director. I can NOT imagine being enrolled anywhere else and I am thankful for each and every person I have met throughout my time.
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    I really enjoyed attending Mission Oak High School, I had very supportive teachers and counselors. There is a lot of opportunities for help when I struggled, there could be school spirit, but the opportunities for fun extra curricular activities was very good as well. The counselors could be more involved in every students preparedness for college, but overall they are very attentive to their students. The campus is very beautiful and safe, I feel very at home at school. The maintenance people and even the security guards make time to interact with the students making everyday more enjoyable for everyone. One thing I would change is that not all Tulare campus' have all the same opportunities for classes, and going into my senior year there are defiantly some classes I wish I could take that I was told I could not take as the other Tulare campus' have first choice. Overall attending Mission Oak High School is a great experience.
    Mission Oak was a wonderful experience for me. Mission Oak made me the person I am today due to the fact that I spent four years there. The campus is just beautiful and very spacious. There is not much to complain about because the staff is great! All teachers and counselors are reliable and trustworthy. The classes are challenging, but only if you do not pay attention. The one thing I wish I could change is the food. The food isn't bad, but it also isn't great. We have the same selection of food and snacks every day and after a while it gets pretty disappointing.