San Rafael High School is a public high school located at 150 Third St. in San Rafael, California, United States. The school is part of the San Rafael City Schools school district. Its official nickname is the Bulldog; however, its athletic teams have been known casually as the Dawgs since the mid-1980s.
Serving 1,332 students in grades 9-12, San Rafael 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Rafael High's attendance zone encompasses the entire San Rafael school district, covering approximately 59.5 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance reaching 9.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Rafael High School's student population of 1,332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1888
School Calendar
Campus Size
33 acres
School Rankings
San Rafael 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 Rafael High School is 0.41, 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
#5587 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Rafael High School's ranking?
San Rafael High School is ranked #5587 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Rafael High School often compared to?
San Rafael High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terra Linda High School, Archie Williams High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Rafael High School?
The graduation rate of San Rafael High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Rafael High School?
1,332 students attend San Rafael High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of San Rafael High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Rafael High School?
San Rafael High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Rafael High School offer ?
San Rafael High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Rafael High School part of?
San Rafael High School is part of San Rafael City High School District.
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