Serving 2,097 students in grades 9-12, Portola High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Portola High School's student population of 2,097 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portola High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portola High School is 0.58, 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
#98 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portola High School's ranking?
Portola High School is ranked #98 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Portola High School often compared to?
Portola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portola High School?
The graduation rate of Portola High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Portola High School?
2,097 students attend Portola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Portola High School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portola High School?
Portola High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Portola High School offer ?
Portola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Portola High School part of?
Portola High School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Portola High School located?
Portola High School is located in the Great Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Park.
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