Rosemead High School is a secondary school located at 9063 East Mission Drive in Rosemead, California. It is a secondary school in the El Monte Union High School District.
Serving 1,691 students in grades 9-12, Rosemead High School ranks in the top 20% 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 41% (which is higher 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosemead High serves the northwest part of its school district in Rosemead, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosemead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rosemead High School's student population of 1,691 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,691 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
RESPONSIBLE for their choices and actions. RESPECTFUL of all members of our global society. RESILIENT when facing challenges as they pursue their college and career goals. RESOURCEFUL problem solvers who creatively apply critical thinking skills.
School Rankings
Rosemead 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 Rosemead 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
#1886 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosemead High School's ranking?
Rosemead High School is ranked #1886 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rosemead High School often compared to?
Rosemead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Rosemead High School?
The graduation rate of Rosemead High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Rosemead High School?
1,691 students attend Rosemead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rosemead High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosemead High School?
Rosemead High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rosemead High School offer ?
Rosemead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rosemead High School part of?
Rosemead High School is part of El Monte Union High School District.
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