Serving 2,127 students in grades 9-12, Los Gatos High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Gatos 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
Los Gatos High School's student population of 2,127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Los Gatos High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Gatos High School is 0.61, 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
#474 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Gatos High School's ranking?
Los Gatos High School is ranked #474 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Gatos High School often compared to?
Los Gatos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leigh High School, Leland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Gatos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Gatos High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Los Gatos High School?
2,127 students attend Los Gatos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Los Gatos High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Gatos High School?
Los Gatos High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Gatos High School offer ?
Los Gatos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Gatos High School part of?
Los Gatos High School is part of Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District.
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