Serving 3,029 students in grades 9-12, Milpitas 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 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milpitas 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
Milpitas High School's student population of 3,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milpitas 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 Milpitas High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milpitas High School's ranking?
Milpitas High School is ranked #862 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milpitas High School?
The graduation rate of Milpitas High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Milpitas High School?
3,029 students attend Milpitas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Milpitas High School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milpitas High School?
Milpitas High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Milpitas High School offer ?
Milpitas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Milpitas High School part of?
Milpitas High School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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