Lynbrook High School is a co-educational, public, four-year high school located in the West San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, California. It was founded in 1965 and graduated its first class in 1968.
Serving 1,720 students in grades 9-12, Lynbrook High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynbrook 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
Lynbrook High School's student population of 1,720 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynbrook High School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynbrook High School is 0.33, 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
#10 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
81%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynbrook High School's ranking?
Lynbrook High School is ranked #10 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lynbrook High School often compared to?
Lynbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monta Vista High School, Cupertino High School, Saratoga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Lynbrook High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lynbrook High School?
1,720 students attend Lynbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lynbrook High School students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynbrook High School?
Lynbrook High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lynbrook High School offer ?
Lynbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lynbrook High School part of?
Lynbrook High School is part of Fremont Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Lynbrook High School located?
Lynbrook High School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
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