Serving 1,070 students in grades 9-12, Alhambra Senior 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,070 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alhambra Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Alhambra Senior High School's student population of 1,070 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Mascot
Spike The Bulldog, Spikette The Bulldog
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,070 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1897
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Alhambra Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alhambra Senior High School is 0.69, 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
#3677 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alhambra Senior High School's ranking?
Alhambra Senior High School is ranked #3677 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alhambra Senior High School often compared to?
Alhambra Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alhambra Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alhambra Senior High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alhambra Senior High School?
1,070 students attend Alhambra Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Alhambra Senior High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alhambra Senior High School?
Alhambra Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alhambra Senior High School offer ?
Alhambra Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alhambra Senior High School part of?
Alhambra Senior High School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
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