El Rancho High School is a public high school located in the city of Pico Rivera, California, United States. It is a part of the El Rancho Unified School District.
Serving 1,995 students in grades 9-12, El Rancho High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Rancho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
El Rancho High School's student population of 1,995 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Grey
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Rancho High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Rancho High School is 0.06, 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
#4177 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Rancho High School's ranking?
El Rancho High School is ranked #4177 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Rancho High School often compared to?
El Rancho High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Rancho High School?
The graduation rate of El Rancho High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend El Rancho High School?
1,995 students attend El Rancho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of El Rancho High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Rancho High School?
El Rancho High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Rancho High School offer ?
El Rancho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Rancho High School part of?
El Rancho High School is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is El Rancho High School located?
El Rancho High School is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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