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Mission High leads California in UC Berkeley admissions. So why do so many drop out?
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Ezra Wallach , as published by The San Francisco Standard
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this issue are available from The San Francisco Standard, which has reported on the trend of Mission High students being admitted to but not graduating from UC Berkeley.
Mission High in San Francisco has the highest number of admissions to UC Berkeley in California. This is due in part to test-blind admissions, which have made it easier for students from the school to get into the university. The school's students, however, face challenges once they are enrolled.
Many struggle to graduate from UC Berkeley, despite having a relatively easy time getting in. Further details on this issue are available from The San Francisco Standard, which has reported on the trend of Mission High students being admitted to but not graduating from UC Berkeley.
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Category: schools Published: July 30, 2026 Source: The San Francisco Standard Reading time: 1 min
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