Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, James Lick 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 97% 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: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Lick High School's student population of 887 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Lick 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 James Lick High School is 0.29, 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
#6267 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
84%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Lick High School's ranking?
James Lick High School is ranked #6267 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Lick High School?
The graduation rate of James Lick High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend James Lick High School?
887 students attend James Lick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of James Lick High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Lick High School?
James Lick High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does James Lick High School offer ?
James Lick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James Lick High School part of?
James Lick High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is James Lick High School located?
James Lick High School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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