Hemet High School is a public high school of approximately 2,500 students located in East Hemet, California and is part of the Hemet Unified School District. Hemet High is accredited by the WASC Accrediting Commission for Schools. From its founding in 1894 to 1965 the school was known as Hemet Union High School.
Serving 2,414 students in grades 9-12, Hemet 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hemet High serves the northern part of its school district in Hemet, CA, covering an area of approximately 113.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hemet High School's student population of 2,414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1894
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hemet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemet High School is 0.50, 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
#6224 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemet High School's ranking?
Hemet High School is ranked #6224 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hemet High School often compared to?
Hemet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tahquitz High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hemet High School?
The graduation rate of Hemet High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hemet High School?
2,414 students attend Hemet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hemet High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemet High School?
Hemet High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hemet High School offer ?
Hemet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hemet High School part of?
Hemet High School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
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