Serving 869 students in grades 9-12, San Marino High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Marino High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
San Marino High School's student population of 869 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Marino High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marino High School is 0.60, 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
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Marino High School's ranking?
San Marino High School is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Marino High School often compared to?
San Marino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Canada High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Marino High School?
The graduation rate of San Marino High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Marino High School?
869 students attend San Marino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of San Marino High School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Marino High School?
San Marino High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Marino High School offer ?
San Marino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Marino High School part of?
San Marino High School is part of San Marino Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Modified Schedule) (SMHS Master)
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (SMHS Master)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (SMHS Master)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (SMHS Master)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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