Granite Bay High School is located in Granite Bay, California, United States. Granite Bay High School was founded in 1996 and was named a National Blue Ribbon School by the United States Secretary of Education in 2002 and a California Distinguished School in 2007.
Serving 2,036 students in grades 9-12, Granite Bay High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,036 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Granite Bay High serves the eastern part of its district in Granite Bay, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granite Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Granite Bay High School's student population of 2,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,036 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Granite Bay High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granite Bay High School is 0.66, 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
#694 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granite Bay High School's ranking?
Granite Bay High School is ranked #694 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granite Bay High School often compared to?
Granite Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Oro High School, Oakmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granite Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Granite Bay High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Granite Bay High School?
2,036 students attend Granite Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Granite Bay High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granite Bay High School?
Granite Bay High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Granite Bay High School offer ?
Granite Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Granite Bay High School part of?
Granite Bay High School is part of Roseville Joint Union High School District.
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