Serving 1,320 students in grades 9-12, South San Francisco High School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 95% 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: 1,320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South San Francisco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South San Francisco High School's student population of 1,320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco High School is 0.56, 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
#1325 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 South San Francisco High School's ranking?
South San Francisco High School is ranked #1325 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South San Francisco High School often compared to?
South San Francisco High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Camino High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South San Francisco High School?
The graduation rate of South San Francisco High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend South San Francisco High School?
1,320 students attend South San Francisco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South San Francisco High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South San Francisco High School?
South San Francisco High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South San Francisco High School offer ?
South San Francisco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South San Francisco High School part of?
South San Francisco High School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
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