Rancho Bernardo High School is a public high school in San Diego County, California. It is part of Poway Unified School District. The school was opened in 1991 as the district's third high school.
Serving 2,278 students in grades 9-12, Rancho Bernardo High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Bernardo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Bernardo High School's student population of 2,278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rancho Bernardo High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Bernardo High School is 0.73, 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
#314 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Billy The Bronco
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Bernardo High School's ranking?
Rancho Bernardo High School is ranked #314 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Bernardo High School often compared to?
Rancho Bernardo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Carmel High School, Del Norte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho Bernardo High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho Bernardo High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rancho Bernardo High School?
2,278 students attend Rancho Bernardo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Rancho Bernardo High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Bernardo High School?
Rancho Bernardo High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Bernardo High School offer ?
Rancho Bernardo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rancho Bernardo High School part of?
Rancho Bernardo High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rancho Bernardo High School located?
Rancho Bernardo High School is located in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rancho Bernardo.
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