Oak Grove High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in the Edenvale neighborhood of San Jose, California, United States, which serves students in grades 9–12. Average enrollment is 1450 students, compared to the state average of 1413.
Serving 1,374 students in grades 9-12, Oak Grove High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK GROVE HIGH serves the southern part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove High School's student population of 1,374 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,374 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Campus Size
43 acres
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove High School is 0.53, 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
#3716 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Oak Grove Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove High School's ranking?
Oak Grove High School is ranked #3716 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Grove High School often compared to?
Oak Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Teresa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Grove High School is 87%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Oak Grove High School?
1,374 students attend Oak Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Oak Grove High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove High School?
Oak Grove High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Grove High School offer ?
Oak Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oak Grove High School part of?
Oak Grove High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Grove High School located?
Oak Grove High School is located in the Oak Grove neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oak Grove.
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