Scripps Ranch High School is a public high school in northeast San Diego, California, United States, that serves the Scripps Ranch community as well as students participating in the Voluntary Enrollment Exchange Program busing program of San Diego Unified School District.
Serving 1,920 students in grades 9-12, Scripps Ranch High School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scripps Ranch 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
Diversity
School Overview
Scripps Ranch High School's student population of 1,920 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue, Cardinal
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Scripps Ranch High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scripps Ranch High School is 0.72, 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
#697 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freddy The Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scripps Ranch High School's ranking?
Scripps Ranch High School is ranked #697 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Scripps Ranch High School often compared to?
Scripps Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School, Mira Mesa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scripps Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Scripps Ranch High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Scripps Ranch High School?
1,920 students attend Scripps Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Scripps Ranch High School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scripps Ranch High School?
Scripps Ranch High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Scripps Ranch High School offer ?
Scripps Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Scripps Ranch High School part of?
Scripps Ranch High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Scripps Ranch High School located?
Scripps Ranch High School is located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Scripps Ranch.
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