Serving 1,675 students in grades 9-12, Morse 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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: 1,675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Morse High School's student population of 1,675 students has stayed relatively flat 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
1,675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morse 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 Morse High School is 0.67, 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
#5366 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
47%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse High School's ranking?
Morse High School is ranked #5366 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morse High School often compared to?
Morse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morse High School?
The graduation rate of Morse High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morse High School?
1,675 students attend Morse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Morse High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse High School?
Morse High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Morse High School offer ?
Morse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morse High School part of?
Morse High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Morse High School located?
Morse High School is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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