Serving 921 students in grades 9-12, Gunderson High School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gunderson High School's student population of 921 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gunderson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunderson High School is 0.57, 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
#6057 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
63%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gunderson High School's ranking?
Gunderson High School is ranked #6057 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gunderson High School often compared to?
Gunderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gunderson High School?
The graduation rate of Gunderson High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gunderson High School?
921 students attend Gunderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gunderson High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunderson High School?
Gunderson High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Gunderson High School offer ?
Gunderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gunderson High School part of?
Gunderson High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gunderson High School located?
Gunderson High School is located in the Gunderson and Vista Park neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2007
Gunderson is a great school. I made a lot of friends there and the teachers are really nice. I think Gunderson High School is my favorite school.
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