Serving 1,801 students in grades 9-12, Tahquitz High School ranks in the bottom 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tahquitz High School's student population of 1,801 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Tahquitz High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tahquitz High School is 0.47, 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
#7155 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Tahquitz High School's ranking?
Tahquitz High School is ranked #7155 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tahquitz High School often compared to?
Tahquitz High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemet High School, San Jacinto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tahquitz High School?
The graduation rate of Tahquitz High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tahquitz High School?
1,801 students attend Tahquitz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Tahquitz High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tahquitz High School?
Tahquitz High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tahquitz High School offer ?
Tahquitz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tahquitz High School part of?
Tahquitz High School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
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