San Leandro High School is a four-year public high school in San Leandro, California, USA.
Serving 2,510 students in grades 9-12, San Leandro 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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: 2,510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Leandro High's attendance zone encompasses the entire San Leandro school district, covering approximately 13.8 square miles. The area is generally accessible within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Leandro High School's student population of 2,510 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,510 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Leandro 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 Leandro High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#4830 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
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
6%
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)27.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Leandro High School's ranking?
San Leandro High School is ranked #4830 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Leandro High School often compared to?
San Leandro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Lorenzo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Leandro High School?
The graduation rate of San Leandro High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend San Leandro High School?
2,510 students attend San Leandro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of San Leandro High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Leandro High School?
San Leandro High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Leandro High School offer ?
San Leandro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Leandro High School part of?
San Leandro High School is part of San Leandro Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Leandro High School located?
San Leandro High School is located in the Assumption Parish neighborhood of San Leandro, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Assumption Parish.
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