Willow Glen High School serves 1,640 students in grades 9-12.
Willow Glen High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Glen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willow Glen High School's student population of 1,640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Glen High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Willow Glen High School is 0.64, 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
#1323 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Glen High School's ranking?
Willow Glen High School is ranked #1323 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willow Glen High School?
The graduation rate of Willow Glen High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Willow Glen High School?
1,640 students attend Willow Glen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Willow Glen High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Glen High School?
Willow Glen High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willow Glen High School offer ?
Willow Glen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Willow Glen High School part of?
Willow Glen High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
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