Northgate High School is a public high school located in the suburban Northgate neighborhood of Walnut Creek, California, United States.
Serving 1,535 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Northgate High School's student population of 1,535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Crimson, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northgate High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northgate High School is 0.71, 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
#651 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Broncos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate High School's ranking?
Northgate High School is ranked #651 out of 9,602 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, Acalanes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northgate High School?
1,535 students attend Northgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northgate High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northgate High School?
Northgate High School has a student ration of 24:1, 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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