Serving 1,199 students in grades 9-12, King City 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King City High's attendance zone covers the entire district in King City, CA, spanning approximately 1,722.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 20-30 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 39 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
King City High School's student population of 1,199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,199 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
King City 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 King City High School is 0.17, 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
#4628 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/04/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King City High School's ranking?
King City High School is ranked #4628 out of 9,523 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of King City High School?
The graduation rate of King City High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend King City High School?
1,199 students attend King City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of King City High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King City High School?
King City High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does King City High School offer ?
King City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is King City High School part of?
King City High School is part of South Monterey County Joint Union High School District.
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