Serving 2,490 students in grades 9-12, Redwood 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 77% 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: 2,490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redwood High serves the west part of Visalia, CA, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 23.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Redwood High School's student population of 2,490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,490 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Redwood 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 Redwood High School is 0.52, 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
#2723 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
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
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Mr. Ranger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwood High School's ranking?
Redwood High School is ranked #2723 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redwood High School often compared to?
Redwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Whitney High School, Golden West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Redwood High School?
The graduation rate of Redwood High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Redwood High School?
2,490 students attend Redwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Redwood High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwood High School?
Redwood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redwood High School offer ?
Redwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Redwood High School part of?
Redwood High School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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