Serving 1,792 students in grades 9-12, Hector G. Godinez ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 20:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hector G. Godinez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hector G. Godinez's student population of 1,792 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hector G. Godinez ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hector G. Godinez is 0.04, 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
#3409 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
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
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector G. Godinez's ranking?
Hector G. Godinez is ranked #3409 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hector G. Godinez often compared to?
Hector G. Godinezis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School, Segerstrom High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hector G. Godinez?
The graduation rate of Hector G. Godinez is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hector G. Godinez?
1,792 students attend Hector G. Godinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hector G. Godinez students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hector G. Godinez?
Hector G. Godinez has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hector G. Godinez offer ?
Hector G. Godinez offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hector G. Godinez part of?
Hector G. Godinez is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
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