Serving 1,718 students in grades 9-12, University City High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
University City High School's student population of 1,718 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University City High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University City High School is 0.71, 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
#182 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #182 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University City High School?
The graduation rate of University City High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend University City High School?
1,718 students attend University City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of University City High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University City High School?
University City High School has a student ration of 26:1, 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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