Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Clairemont 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clairemont High School's student population of 813 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clairemont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clairemont High School is 0.64, 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
#5209 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Clairemont High School's ranking?
Clairemont High School is ranked #5209 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clairemont High School often compared to?
Clairemont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Bay High School, Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clairemont High School?
The graduation rate of Clairemont High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clairemont High School?
813 students attend Clairemont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Clairemont High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clairemont High School?
Clairemont High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clairemont High School offer ?
Clairemont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clairemont High School part of?
Clairemont High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clairemont High School located?
Clairemont High School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Calendar
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NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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