Serving 874 students in grades 9-12, San Jose 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 43% (which is lower 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 97% 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: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jose High serves the northern part of its school district in San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jose High School's student population of 874 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
874 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
San Jose 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 Jose High School is 0.26, 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
#6984 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)
43%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
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
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
83%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jose High School's ranking?
San Jose High School is ranked #6984 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Jose High School often compared to?
San Jose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln High School 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Jose High School?
The graduation rate of San Jose High School is 83%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend San Jose High School?
874 students attend San Jose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of San Jose High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jose High School?
San Jose High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Jose High School offer ?
San Jose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Jose High School part of?
San Jose High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Jose High School located?
San Jose High School is located in the Five Wounds San Jose High neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Wounds San Jose High.
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