Samuel F. B. Morse High School is an urban public high school in the Skyline neighborhood of southeastern San Diego, California. It serves grades 9???2 in the American K-12 education system.
Serving 1,591 students in grades 9-12, Morse High School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morse High School's student population of 1,591 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Morse High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#5114 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse High School's ranking?
Morse High School is ranked #5114 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morse High School often compared to?
Morse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morse High School?
The graduation rate of Morse High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morse High School?
1,591 students attend Morse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Morse High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morse High School?
Morse High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morse High School offer ?
Morse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morse High School part of?
Morse High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Morse High School located?
Morse High School is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
School Calendar
View the Morse High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of LatinX Heritage Month
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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