Serving 2,101 students in grades 9-12, Poway High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 49% 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: 2,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Poway High serves the eastern part of Poway, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 49.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Poway High School's student population of 2,101 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,101 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poway High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poway High School is 0.64, 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
#1786 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Grey
School Mascot
Tommy Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poway High School's ranking?
Poway High School is ranked #1786 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Poway High School often compared to?
Poway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Bernardo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poway High School?
The graduation rate of Poway High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Poway High School?
2,101 students attend Poway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Poway High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poway High School?
Poway High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Poway High School offer ?
Poway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Poway High School part of?
Poway High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
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