Tehachapi High School is the single comprehensive high school serving students in grades 9–12 in the Tehachapi, California area. Tehachapi High School is part of the Tehachapi Unified School District, a K-12 school district.
Serving 1,260 students in grades 9-12, Tehachapi 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tehachapi High serves the entire district of Tehachapi, CA, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 496.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tehachapi High School's student population of 1,260 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Colors
Black, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tehachapi 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 Tehachapi High School is 0.55, 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
#5587 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tehachapi High School's ranking?
Tehachapi High School is ranked #5587 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tehachapi High School often compared to?
Tehachapi High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tehachapi High School?
The graduation rate of Tehachapi High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tehachapi High School?
1,260 students attend Tehachapi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Tehachapi High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Tehachapi High School?
Tehachapi High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tehachapi High School offer ?
Tehachapi High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tehachapi High School part of?
Tehachapi High School is part of Tehachapi Unified School District.
School Reviews
Review Tehachapi High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
The First Six Weeks at a New Public School
The first six weeks reveal how children are adapting to a new public school. Learn which academic, social, emotional, attendance, and routine signals parents should monitor closely.
Will Your Child Receive Enough Individual Attention? Looking Beyond Student-Teacher Ratios
Student-teacher ratios reveal only part of a school’s story. Learn how families can evaluate class size, staffing, teacher access, tutoring, feedback, and personalized support for children today.
What Families Should Ask About AI Use in Public Schools
Families need clear answers about classroom AI. Learn what to ask public schools about teaching, academic integrity, privacy, teacher oversight, equity, and student learning before concerns arise.
