Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Tide Academy 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 30-39% (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 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tide Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Tide Academy's student population of 208 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Tide Academy 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 Tide Academy is 0.57, 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
#2525 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Tide Academy's ranking?
Tide Academy is ranked #2525 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tide Academy often compared to?
Tide Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside High School, Sequoia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Tide Academy?
The graduation rate of Tide Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tide Academy?
208 students attend Tide Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Tide Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tide Academy?
Tide Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tide Academy offer ?
Tide Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tide Academy part of?
Tide Academy is part of Sequoia Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Tide Academy located?
Tide Academy is located in the Farm Hills neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Farm Hills.
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