Serving 819 students in grades 9-12, Nipomo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nipomo High serves the southern part of its school district in Nipomo, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 220.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nipomo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nipomo High School's student population of 819 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nipomo 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 Nipomo High School is 0.49, 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
#5571 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Titan blue and silver
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nipomo High School's ranking?
Nipomo High School is ranked #5571 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nipomo High School often compared to?
Nipomo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Grande High School, San Luis Obispo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nipomo High School?
The graduation rate of Nipomo High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Nipomo High School?
819 students attend Nipomo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nipomo High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nipomo High School?
Nipomo High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nipomo High School offer ?
Nipomo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nipomo High School part of?
Nipomo High School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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