Serving 1,439 students in grades 9-12, Imperial High School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Imperial High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Imperial, CA, covering approximately 571.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 34.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imperial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Imperial High School's student population of 1,439 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of Imperial Highschool is to provide students with a High Quality Education in a school community that strives for excellence in an ever changing world.
School Rankings
Imperial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imperial High School is 0.20, 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
#3600 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imperial High School's ranking?
Imperial High School is ranked #3600 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Imperial High School often compared to?
Imperial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Union High School, Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Imperial High School?
The graduation rate of Imperial High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Imperial High School?
1,439 students attend Imperial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Imperial High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imperial High School?
Imperial High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Imperial High School offer ?
Imperial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Imperial High School part of?
Imperial High School is part of Imperial Unified School District.
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