Serving 81 students in grades 9-12, Pescadero 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pescadero High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pescadero High School's student population of 81 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire, Respond, Engage
School Rankings
Pescadero 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 Pescadero High School is 0.35, 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
#2841 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pescadero High School's ranking?
Pescadero High School is ranked #2841 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pescadero High School?
The graduation rate of Pescadero High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pescadero High School?
81 students attend Pescadero High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pescadero High School students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pescadero High School?
Pescadero High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pescadero High School offer ?
Pescadero High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pescadero High School part of?
Pescadero High School is part of La Honda-Pescadero Unified School District.
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