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Mt. Madonna High

8750 Hirasaki Ct., Gilroy, CA, 95020

About Mt. Madonna High

Mt. Madonna High is a public continuation high school in Gilroy, California, for students in grades 9–12. It is part of the Gilroy Unified School District. It is known as one of the best schools for alternative education and has about 150 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 18:1. This setting makes it possible to tailor education to each student, with an emphasis on getting them back on track with their credits and ready to graduate. The campus is home to a diverse group of people, with 96% of students being minorities and 71% of students being from low-income families. According to academic data, only 10% of students are good at both reading and math. Students can reach their goals after high school by taking important college-preparatory tests like the SAT and ACT. The school is in a neighborhood where the average home price is close to $1 million. It is known for having a welcoming and strong atmosphere. The main things that make it strong are the small class sizes and the school's strong commitment to making sure that every student has a clear path to a high school diploma, and it is one of the best high schools in California.

Mt. Madonna High Contact Information

Address

8750 Hirasaki Ct., Gilroy, CA, 95020

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Phone

(669) 205-5500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 10%
Reading 10%
State average proficiency is 10% in Math and 10% in Reading.
9
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
188
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5946 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Mt. Madonna High

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.72%
Asian 1.06%
Hispanic 91.49%
Black 0.53%
Two+ Races 2.66%
Native Am. 0%
White
3.72%
Asian
1.06%
Hispanic
91.49%
Black
0.53%
Two+ Races
2.66%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 188
35.64%
67 Female
63.83%
120 Male

Student Population

188 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

188 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

For the years 2024–2027, Mt. Madonna High School will be the California Model Continuation High School. This award is very important because it shows that the school is doing a great job of getting students involved and helping them get back on track with their schoolwork. The campus is currently putting into place new project-based learning programs that let students look into different career paths while still meeting their graduation requirements in a supportive setting. The school also connects with the community through service projects and one-on-one mentoring programs that help students get ready for work or college.

FAQ

Q1. Does Mt. Madonna High offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Mt. Madonna High gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Q2. Are students allowed to join clubs and activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, clubs, sports, and student groups help people learn how to be social and lead.

Q3. Are there ways to get better at school?

Ans. Yes, advanced classes and projects make students work hard in school and think for themselves.

Q4. Are there any programs that are creative?

Ans. Yes, students can be creative through practical activities music, drama, and visual arts.

Q5. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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