Serving 1,169 students in grades 9-12, Miramonte High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 1,169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miramonte 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Miramonte High School's student population of 1,169 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miramonte High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miramonte High School is 0.58, 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
#465 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
8%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miramonte High School's ranking?
Miramonte High School is ranked #465 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miramonte High School often compared to?
Miramonte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campolindo High School, Acalanes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miramonte High School?
The graduation rate of Miramonte High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Miramonte High School?
1,169 students attend Miramonte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Miramonte High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miramonte High School?
Miramonte High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Miramonte High School offer ?
Miramonte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miramonte High School part of?
Miramonte High School is part of Acalanes Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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