Serving 2,649 students in grades 9-12, Torrey Pines High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Torrey Pines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Torrey Pines High School's student population of 2,649 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Torrey Pines High School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Torrey Pines High School often compared to?
Torrey Pines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Crest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Torrey Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Torrey Pines High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Torrey Pines High School?
2,649 students attend Torrey Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Torrey Pines High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrey Pines High School?
Torrey Pines High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Torrey Pines High School offer ?
Torrey Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Torrey Pines High School part of?
Torrey Pines High School is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Torrey Pines High School located?
Torrey Pines High School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of Encinitas, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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