Serving 1,643 students in grades 9-12, Henry M. Gunn High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 1,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry M. Gunn High serves the southwest part of Palo Alto, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry M. Gunn 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henry M. Gunn High School's student population of 1,643 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,643 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Henry M. Gunn High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry M. Gunn High School is 0.68, 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
#175 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
47%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Timmy The Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry M. Gunn High School's ranking?
Henry M. Gunn High School is ranked #175 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Henry M. Gunn High School often compared to?
Henry M. Gunn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palo Alto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry M. Gunn High School?
The graduation rate of Henry M. Gunn High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Henry M. Gunn High School?
1,643 students attend Henry M. Gunn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Henry M. Gunn High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry M. Gunn High School?
Henry M. Gunn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry M. Gunn High School offer ?
Henry M. Gunn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henry M. Gunn High School part of?
Henry M. Gunn High School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry M. Gunn High School located?
Henry M. Gunn High School is located in the Green Acres neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Green Acres.
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