California High School is a public high school in South Whittier, California and belongs to the Whittier Union High School District. "Calhi", as it is known, is home to the Condors, with around 2,250 students currently attending. The mascot is the condor and the school colors are navy and gold.
Serving 2,376 students in grades 9-12, California 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- 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 2,376 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
California 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 California High School is 0.15, 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
#2958 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Joe Condor
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California High School's ranking?
California High School is ranked #2958 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 87%.
How many students attend California High School?
2,376 students attend California High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of California High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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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