Serving 1,602 students in grades 9-12, San Diego High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 1,602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Diego Science and Technology serves the southern part of its school district in San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 18.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the boundary and a maximum distance of 4 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
San Diego High School's student population of 1,602 students has grown by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,602 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1882
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Diego High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Diego High School is 0.53, 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
#4647 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cavers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego High School's ranking?
San Diego High School is ranked #4647 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Diego High School often compared to?
San Diego High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego High School?
The graduation rate of San Diego High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend San Diego High School?
1,602 students attend San Diego High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of San Diego High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Diego High School?
San Diego High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Diego High School offer ?
San Diego High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Diego High School part of?
San Diego High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego High School located?
San Diego High School is located in the Cortez Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Cortez Hill.
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