Tomales High School is located in the town of Tomales, California, United States. It is the comprehensive high school of the Shoreline Unified School District.
Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Tomales High School ranks in the top 50% 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomales High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tomales High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomales 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
#4444 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brave
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomales High School's ranking?
Tomales High School is ranked #4444 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tomales High School often compared to?
Tomales High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terra Linda High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tomales High School?
The graduation rate of Tomales High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tomales High School?
127 students attend Tomales High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tomales High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomales High School?
Tomales High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tomales High School offer ?
Tomales High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tomales High School part of?
Tomales High School is part of Shoreline Unified School District.
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