North Salinas High School is a public high school established in Salinas, California. It is one of five primary high schools of the Salinas Union High School District.
Serving 2,125 students in grades 9-12, North Salinas 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Salinas High School's student population of 2,125 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Salinas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Salinas High School is 0.17, 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
#5825 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Salinas High School's ranking?
North Salinas High School is ranked #5825 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Salinas High School often compared to?
North Salinas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett Alvarez High School, Salinas High School, Alisal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Salinas High School?
The graduation rate of North Salinas High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Salinas High School?
2,125 students attend North Salinas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Salinas High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Salinas High School?
North Salinas High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Salinas High School offer ?
North Salinas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Salinas High School part of?
North Salinas High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2008
The academic programs are good and simple. Sports, music, and other extracurricular activies are of easy access
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