Serving 2,270 students in grades 9-12, Newport Harbor High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Harbor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newport Harbor High School's student population of 2,270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport Harbor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Harbor High School is 0.57, 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
#801 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Harbor High School's ranking?
Newport Harbor High School is ranked #801 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newport Harbor High School often compared to?
Newport Harbor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corona Del Mar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newport Harbor High School?
The graduation rate of Newport Harbor High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newport Harbor High School?
2,270 students attend Newport Harbor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newport Harbor High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Harbor High School?
Newport Harbor High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newport Harbor High School offer ?
Newport Harbor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newport Harbor High School part of?
Newport Harbor High School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
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