Serving 1,800 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Carmel 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Carmel High serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone are typically a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge reaching about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Carmel 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
School Overview
Mt. Carmel High School's student population of 1,800 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,800 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
To promote our mission and realize our student outcomes
School Rankings
Mt. Carmel 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 Mt. Carmel High School is 0.74, 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
#1268 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Scarlet
School Mascot
Sunny The Sundevil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Carmel High School's ranking?
Mt. Carmel High School is ranked #1268 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mt. Carmel High School often compared to?
Mt. Carmel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School, Rancho Bernardo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Carmel High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Carmel High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mt. Carmel High School?
1,800 students attend Mt. Carmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mt. Carmel High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Carmel High School?
Mt. Carmel High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Carmel High School offer ?
Mt. Carmel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Carmel High School part of?
Mt. Carmel High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Carmel High School located?
Mt. Carmel High School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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