Serving 1,791 students in grades 9-12, North High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 1,791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North High School's student population of 1,791 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
1,791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North High School is 0.71, 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
#1352 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
45%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1352 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend North High School?
1,791 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is North High School located?
North High School is located in the Northwest Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Torrance.
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