Templeton High School is a WASC accredited public high school providing 9th-12th grade education in Templeton, California. In 2006, Templeton High School was nationally recognized as a Blue Ribbon School. It offers a large number of Advanced Placement classes for a school of its size.
Serving 738 students in grades 9-12, Templeton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Templeton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Templeton High School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green, Grey
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Campus Size
20
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Templeton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Templeton High School is 0.52, 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
#2735 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton High School's ranking?
Templeton High School is ranked #2735 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Templeton High School often compared to?
Templeton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paso Robles High School, Atascadero High School, San Luis Obispo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Templeton High School?
The graduation rate of Templeton High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Templeton High School?
738 students attend Templeton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Templeton High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton High School?
Templeton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Templeton High School offer ?
Templeton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Templeton High School part of?
Templeton High School is part of Templeton Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Templeton High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2026 (Tuesday)
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