Serving 884 students in grades 9-12, James Lick High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Lick High School's student population of 884 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Lick High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Lick High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Lick High School's ranking?
James Lick High School is ranked #1635 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Lick High School?
The graduation rate of James Lick High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend James Lick High School?
884 students attend James Lick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of James Lick High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Lick High School?
James Lick High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Lick High School offer ?
James Lick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James Lick High School part of?
James Lick High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is James Lick High School located?
James Lick High School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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