Serving 2,261 students in grades 9-12, California High School ranks in the top 30% 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 96% 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: 2,261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: California High serves the southeast portion of Whittier, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
California High School's student population of 2,261 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,261 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
California High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California High School is 0.13, 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
#2735 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Joe Condor
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California High School's ranking?
California High School is ranked #2735 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are California High School often compared to?
California High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Serna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California High School?
The graduation rate of California High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend California High School?
2,261 students attend California High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of California High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California High School?
California High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California High School offer ?
California High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is California High School part of?
California High School is part of Whittier Union High School District.
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