Serving 3,077 students in grades 9-12, Milpitas High School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,077 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milpitas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milpitas High School's student population of 3,077 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,077 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milpitas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milpitas High School is 0.48, 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
#272 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
69%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milpitas High School's ranking?
Milpitas High School is ranked #272 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milpitas High School?
The graduation rate of Milpitas High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Milpitas High School?
3,077 students attend Milpitas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Milpitas High School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milpitas High School?
Milpitas High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Milpitas High School offer ?
Milpitas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Milpitas High School part of?
Milpitas High School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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