Northgate High School is a public high school located in the suburban Northgate neighborhood of Walnut Creek, California, United States.
Serving 1,546 students in grades 9-12, Northgate High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northgate High serves the southern part of Walnut Creek, CA, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northgate 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
Northgate High School's student population of 1,546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,546 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northgate High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northgate High School is 0.70, 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
#890 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
School Mascot
Broncos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate High School's ranking?
Northgate High School is ranked #890 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northgate High School often compared to?
Northgate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Valley Charter High School, College Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northgate High School?
The graduation rate of Northgate High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Northgate High School?
1,546 students attend Northgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Northgate High School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northgate High School?
Northgate High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northgate High School offer ?
Northgate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northgate High School part of?
Northgate High School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Northgate High School located?
Northgate High School is located in the Northgate 2 neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northgate 2.
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