Soquel High School serves 1,022 students in grades 9-12.
Soquel High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soquel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Soquel High School's student population of 1,022 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Soquel High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Soquel High School is 0.58, 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
#248 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soquel High School's ranking?
Soquel High School is ranked #248 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soquel High School?
The graduation rate of Soquel High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Soquel High School?
1,022 students attend Soquel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Soquel High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soquel High School?
Soquel High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Soquel High School offer ?
Soquel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Soquel High School part of?
Soquel High School is part of Santa Cruz City High School District.
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