Novato High School is a public high school located in Novato, California, in Marin County. It is one of three high schools part of the Novato Unified School District.
Serving 1,287 students in grades 9-12, Novato High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Novato High serves the southeast part of Novato, CA, covering an area of approximately 47.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 12.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Novato High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Novato High School's student population of 1,287 students has declined by 10% 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
1,287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
38 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Novato High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Novato High School is 0.64, 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
#2918 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets, Servals (msa)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Novato High School's ranking?
Novato High School is ranked #2918 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Novato High School often compared to?
Novato High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Marin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Novato High School?
The graduation rate of Novato High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Novato High School?
1,287 students attend Novato High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Novato High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Novato High School?
Novato High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Novato High School offer ?
Novato High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Novato High School part of?
Novato High School is part of Novato Unified School District.
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