Serving 1,239 students in grades 9-12, South San Francisco High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South San Francisco High's attendance zone encompasses the entire South San Francisco school district, covering approximately 23.1 square miles. The area typically allows for a drive to the school in 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South San Francisco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South San Francisco High School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,239 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
South San Francisco High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South San Francisco High School is 0.54, 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
#3445 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
26%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is South San Francisco High School's ranking?
South San Francisco High School is ranked #3445 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South San Francisco High School often compared to?
South San Francisco High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Camino High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South San Francisco High School?
The graduation rate of South San Francisco High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend South San Francisco High School?
1,239 students attend South San Francisco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South San Francisco High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South San Francisco High School?
South San Francisco High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South San Francisco High School offer ?
South San Francisco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South San Francisco High School part of?
South San Francisco High School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is South San Francisco High School located?
South San Francisco High School is located in the El Camino neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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