Serving 2,588 students in grades 9-12, Santa Monica High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Monica High serves the eastern part of Santa Monica, CA, covering approximately 8.4 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Monica 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
Santa Monica High School's student population of 2,588 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,588 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1891
School Rankings
Santa Monica High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Monica High School is 0.70, 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
#1055 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Monica High School's ranking?
Santa Monica High School is ranked #1055 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Monica High School often compared to?
Santa Monica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palisades Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Monica High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Monica High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Santa Monica High School?
2,588 students attend Santa Monica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Santa Monica High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Monica High School?
Santa Monica High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Monica High School offer ?
Santa Monica High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Monica High School part of?
Santa Monica High School is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
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