Serving 1,472 students in grades 9-12, Mount Miguel 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 1,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (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
Top Rankings
Mount Miguel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mount Miguel High School's student population of 1,472 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Miguel 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 Mount Miguel High School is 0.55, 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
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Miguel High School's ranking?
Mount Miguel High School is ranked #1635 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mount Miguel High School often compared to?
Mount Miguel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
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 Mount Miguel High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Miguel High School is 78%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mount Miguel High School?
1,472 students attend Mount Miguel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mount Miguel High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Miguel High School?
Mount Miguel High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mount Miguel High School offer ?
Mount Miguel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mount Miguel High School part of?
Mount Miguel High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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