Soledad High School is a public secondary school located in Soledad, California, United States. It was opened in 1999 and is the largest high school in the South Monterey County,serving grades 9 through 12. In 2013, the school had approximately 1,401 students. Soledad High School's mascot is the Aztec Warrior. The school is being run by its seventh principal in 15 years.MissionThe mission of Soledad High School is to provide a safe environment that supports the development of each student through high standards of academic achievement, responsible citizenship, service to the community, preparation for post-secondary education, and meaningful employment.LocationThe exact location of the school is 425 Gabilan Drive, Soledad, California, United States. Its coordinates are: 36.4357°N 121.3257°WSoledad High is nestled at the heart of Soledad, in the Salinas Valley. The school overlooks the small town and Highway 101 from a low hill, near the Gabilan Mountains. The Monterey County Free Libraries Soledad Branch is located on the school's north-west part of campus, serving the high school as well as the public.HistoryPrior to the opening of Soledad High School in 1999, students from Soledad attended Gonzales High School in Gonzales, located nine miles north of Soledad.The creation of Soledad High School was spearheaded by Gene Martin, SUSD Superintendent 1994-2003. At the Soledad High School main entrance is a statue dedicated to Gene Martin in honor of his "commitment, master financing, vision, foresight and planning."
