Serving 1,227 students in grades 9-12, La Jolla High School ranks in the top 10% 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Jolla 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
School Overview
La Jolla High School's student population of 1,227 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Jolla High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Jolla High School is 0.60, 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
#957 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Jolla High School's ranking?
La Jolla High School is ranked #957 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Jolla High School often compared to?
La Jolla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University City High School, Mission Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Jolla High School?
The graduation rate of La Jolla High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Jolla High School?
1,227 students attend La Jolla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of La Jolla High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Jolla High School?
La Jolla High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Jolla High School offer ?
La Jolla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Jolla High School part of?
La Jolla High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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