Established in August 2007, Tahquitz High School is a high school of approximately 1700 students on the northwestern side of Hemet, California operated by the Hemet Unified School District. The high school's mascot is a 'titan warrior' school colors are green and gold.
Serving 1,761 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tahquitz High serves the northwest part of Hemet, CA, covering an area of approximately 51.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tahquitz High School's student population of 1,761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,761 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
P.R.I.D.E.
School Rankings
Tahquitz High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tahquitz High School is 0.46, 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
#6900 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Titan Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahquitz High School's ranking?
Tahquitz High School is ranked #6900 out of 9,523 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Tahquitz High School?
1,761 students attend Tahquitz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% 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, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahquitz High School?
Tahquitz High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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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