Redwood High School is a public secondary school located in the city of Larkspur, Marin County, California, approximately 19 miles north of San Francisco. Redwood High is part of the Tamalpais Union High School District.
Serving 1,785 students in grades 9-12, Redwood High School ranks in the top 10% 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Redwood High School's student population of 1,785 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Grey, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Redwood High School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.49, 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
#568 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Giant
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwood High School's ranking?
Redwood High School is ranked #568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redwood High School often compared to?
Redwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tamalpais High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% 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 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Redwood High School?
1,785 students attend Redwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Redwood High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwood High School?
Redwood High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower 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 Tamalpais Union High School District.
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