Olympian High School is a public high school in San Diego County, California. It is part of Sweetwater Union High School District. The school, with a capacity of 2,500 students, opened in August 2006. It is located on the outskirts of the Otay Ranch area of Chula Vista.
Serving 2,324 students in grades 9-12, Olympian High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 87% 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: 2,324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Olympian High School's student population of 2,324 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olympian High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympian 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
#2121 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympian High School's ranking?
Olympian High School is ranked #2121 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olympian High School often compared to?
Olympian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastlake High School, Otay Ranch Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympian High School?
The graduation rate of Olympian High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olympian High School?
2,324 students attend Olympian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Olympian High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympian High School?
Olympian High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olympian High School offer ?
Olympian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olympian High School part of?
Olympian High School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Olympian High School located?
Olympian High School is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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