Serving 1,998 students in grades 9-12, San Marcos Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Marcos Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
San Marcos Senior High School's student population of 1,998 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Marcos Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marcos Senior High School is 0.54, 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
#4000 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Marcos Senior High School's ranking?
San Marcos Senior High School is ranked #4000 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Marcos Senior High School often compared to?
San Marcos Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dos Pueblos Senior High School, Santa Barbara Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Marcos Senior High School?
The graduation rate of San Marcos Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Marcos Senior High School?
1,998 students attend San Marcos Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of San Marcos Senior High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Marcos Senior High School?
San Marcos Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Marcos Senior High School offer ?
San Marcos Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Marcos Senior High School part of?
San Marcos Senior High School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
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