Julian Union High School, is a public 4-year high school located in Julian, California. It is part of the Julian Union High School District.
Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Julian High School 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Julian High School's student population of 118 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Julian High School 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 Julian High School is 0.58, 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
#4020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julian High School's ranking?
Julian High School is ranked #4020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Julian High School?
The graduation rate of Julian High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Julian High School?
118 students attend Julian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Julian High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julian High School?
Julian High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Julian High School offer ?
Julian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Julian High School part of?
Julian High School is part of Julian Union High School District.
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