Serving 2,484 students in grades 9-12, Polytechnic 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 78% 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: 2,484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Polytechnic High serves the northern part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polytechnic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Polytechnic High School's student population of 2,484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,484 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres (16 ha)
School Motto
Forever True
School Rankings
Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic High School is 0.50, 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
#3626 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
67%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Orange
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polytechnic High School's ranking?
Polytechnic High School is ranked #3626 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Polytechnic High School often compared to?
Polytechnic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Jr. High School, John W. North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polytechnic High School?
The graduation rate of Polytechnic High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Polytechnic High School?
2,484 students attend Polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Polytechnic High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polytechnic High School?
Polytechnic High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Polytechnic High School offer ?
Polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Polytechnic High School part of?
Polytechnic High School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Polytechnic High School located?
Polytechnic High School is located in the Victoria neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Victoria.
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