Serving 1,198 students in grades 9-12, Saratoga High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saratoga 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
Saratoga High School's student population of 1,198 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saratoga High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saratoga High School is 0.57, 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
#109 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
62%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga High School's ranking?
Saratoga High School is ranked #109 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Saratoga High School often compared to?
Saratoga High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynbrook High School, Los Gatos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saratoga High School?
The graduation rate of Saratoga High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Saratoga High School?
1,198 students attend Saratoga High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Saratoga High School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saratoga High School?
Saratoga High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Saratoga High School offer ?
Saratoga High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saratoga High School part of?
Saratoga High School is part of Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Saratoga High School located?
Saratoga High School is located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of Saratoga, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Golden Triangle.
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