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 2,289 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympian High serves the eastern part of Chula Vista, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 40.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 3.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 9.4 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Olympian High School's student population of 2,289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,289 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olympian High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympian 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
#2131 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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)17.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Teal and Vegas Gold
School Mascot
North American Bald Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympian High School's ranking?
Olympian High School is ranked #2131 out of 9,523 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 Otay Ranch Senior High School, Eastlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Olympian High School?
2,289 students attend Olympian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olympian High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 7% 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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