Serving 1,278 students in grades 9-12, Balboa 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 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balboa 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
Balboa High School's student population of 1,278 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Balboa High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balboa High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
53%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balboa High School's ranking?
Balboa High School is ranked #1778 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Balboa High School often compared to?
Balboa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln (Abraham) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Balboa High School?
The graduation rate of Balboa High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Balboa High School?
1,278 students attend Balboa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Balboa High School students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Balboa High School?
Balboa High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Balboa High School offer ?
Balboa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Balboa High School part of?
Balboa High School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Balboa High School located?
Balboa High School is located in the Cayuga Terrace neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cayuga Terrace.
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