Serving 957 students in grades 9-12, Gunderson 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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Student Attention
School Overview
Gunderson High School's student population of 957 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gunderson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunderson High School is 0.57, 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
#2386 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gunderson High School's ranking?
Gunderson High School is ranked #2386 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gunderson High School often compared to?
Gunderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer High School, Santa Clara High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gunderson High School?
The graduation rate of Gunderson High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gunderson High School?
957 students attend Gunderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gunderson High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunderson High School?
Gunderson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gunderson High School offer ?
Gunderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gunderson High School part of?
Gunderson High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2007
Gunderson is a great school. I made a lot of friends there and the teachers are really nice. I think Gunderson High School is my favorite school.
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