Tustin High School is a public high school in Tustin, California, United States. It is part of the Tustin Unified School District. It was established in 1921 as the Tustin Union High School.
Serving 1,627 students in grades 9-12, Tustin High School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tustin High serves the southwest part of Tustin, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tustin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tustin High School's student population of 1,627 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Campus Size
29 acres (12 ha)
School Rankings
Tustin 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 Tustin High School is 0.32, 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
#4243 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Tommy The Tiller
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tustin High School's ranking?
Tustin High School is ranked #4243 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tustin High School often compared to?
Tustin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill High School, Arnold O. Beckman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tustin High School?
The graduation rate of Tustin High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tustin High School?
1,627 students attend Tustin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tustin High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tustin High School?
Tustin High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tustin High School offer ?
Tustin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tustin High School part of?
Tustin High School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
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