Serving 2,388 students in grades 9-12, San Jacinto High School ranks in the bottom 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 2,388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jacinto High's attendance zone covers the entire district in San Jacinto, CA, encompassing approximately 90.8 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the edge and reaching up to 13.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jacinto High School's student population of 2,388 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,388 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Motto
Tigers Think, Tigers Thrive, Tigers Teach
School Rankings
San Jacinto High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Jacinto High School is 0.37, 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
#6190 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jacinto High School's ranking?
San Jacinto High School is ranked #6190 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Jacinto High School often compared to?
San Jacinto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tahquitz High School, San Jacinto Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Jacinto High School?
The graduation rate of San Jacinto High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend San Jacinto High School?
2,388 students attend San Jacinto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of San Jacinto High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jacinto High School?
San Jacinto High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Jacinto High School offer ?
San Jacinto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Jacinto High School part of?
San Jacinto High School is part of San Jacinto Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the San Jacinto High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
SPRING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK - ALL SITES CLOSED
April 09, 2027 (Friday)
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