Serving 1,438 students in grades 9-12, Compton 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Compton High serves the southwest part of Compton, CA, covering approximately 9.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compton High School's student population of 1,438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,438 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
School Motto
Elevating Our Legacy
School Rankings
Compton 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 Compton High School is 0.27, 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
#6702 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
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)41.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Columbia Blue and White
School Mascot
Tarbabe
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compton High School's ranking?
Compton High School is ranked #6702 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Compton High School often compared to?
Compton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compton High School?
The graduation rate of Compton High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Compton High School?
1,438 students attend Compton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Compton High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compton High School?
Compton High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Compton High School offer ?
Compton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Compton High School part of?
Compton High School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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