Compton High School is a high school in Compton, California, United States, part of the Compton Unified School District.
Serving 1,297 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compton High School's student population of 1,297 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1896
School Rankings
Compton 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 Compton High School is 0.26, 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
#7496 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tarbabe
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compton High School's ranking?
Compton High School is ranked #7496 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Compton High School?
1,297 students attend Compton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Compton High School students are Hispanic, 14% 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 23:1, 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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