Serving 1,465 students in grades 9-12, University City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: University City High serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University City High School's student population of 1,465 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,465 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
University City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University City High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1346 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
34%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University City High School's ranking?
University City High School is ranked #1346 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are University City High School often compared to?
University City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University City High School?
The graduation rate of University City High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend University City High School?
1,465 students attend University City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of University City High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University City High School?
University City High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University City High School offer ?
University City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University City High School part of?
University City High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University City High School located?
University City High School is located in the University City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in University City.
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