Serving 2,742 students in grades 9-12, Alisal High School ranks in the bottom 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alisal High serves the eastern part of Salinas, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 61.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alisal High School's student population of 2,742 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,742 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alisal High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alisal High School is 0.04, 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
#4807 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Forest Green
School Mascot
Troy, Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alisal High School's ranking?
Alisal High School is ranked #4807 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alisal High School often compared to?
Alisal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett Alvarez High School, Salinas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alisal High School?
The graduation rate of Alisal High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Alisal High School?
2,742 students attend Alisal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alisal High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alisal High School?
Alisal High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alisal High School offer ?
Alisal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alisal High School part of?
Alisal High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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