Serving 742 students in grades 9-12, Terra Nova High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra Nova High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Terra Nova High School's student population of 742 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terra Nova High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Nova High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#105 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
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 Terra Nova High School's ranking?
Terra Nova High School is ranked #105 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Terra Nova High School often compared to?
Terra Nova High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Nova High School?
The graduation rate of Terra Nova High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Terra Nova High School?
742 students attend Terra Nova High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Terra Nova High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terra Nova High School?
Terra Nova High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terra Nova High School offer ?
Terra Nova High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Terra Nova High School part of?
Terra Nova High School is part of Jefferson Union High School District.
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