Overview

El Capitan High is a public school in Merced, CA, offering AP courses and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 10 high schools in Merced Union High School District.

School Rating

El Capitan High is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

100 W. Farmland
Merced, CA 95348
School leader: Ms Megan Cope
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