Serving 1,986 students in grades 9-12, Paso Robles 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 51% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paso Robles High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 311.5 square miles in and around Paso Robles, CA. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 14.5 miles and the furthest edge extending 25.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paso Robles High School's student population of 1,986 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,986 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat.
School Rankings
Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles High School is 0.54, 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
#3846 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and white;
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paso Robles High School's ranking?
Paso Robles High School is ranked #3846 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paso Robles High School often compared to?
Paso Robles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Templeton High School, Atascadero High School, San Luis Obispo 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paso Robles High School?
The graduation rate of Paso Robles High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Paso Robles High School?
1,986 students attend Paso Robles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Paso Robles High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paso Robles High School?
Paso Robles High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paso Robles High School offer ?
Paso Robles High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paso Robles High School part of?
Paso Robles High School is part of Paso Robles Joint Unified School District.
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