Serving 1,862 students in grades 9-12, Irvine High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irvine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irvine High School's student population of 1,862 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irvine 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 Irvine High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1225 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irvine High School's ranking?
Irvine High School is ranked #1225 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Irvine High School often compared to?
Irvine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 Irvine High School?
The graduation rate of Irvine High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Irvine High School?
1,862 students attend Irvine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Irvine High School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irvine High School?
Irvine High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Irvine High School offer ?
Irvine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Irvine High School part of?
Irvine High School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvine High School located?
Irvine High School is located in the El Camino Real neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in El Camino Real.
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