Serving 132 students in grades 11-12, Pegasus 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pegasus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pegasus High School's student population of 132 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pegasus 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 Pegasus High School is 0.38, 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
#8589 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
78%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pegasus High School's ranking?
Pegasus High School is ranked #8589 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pegasus High School?
The graduation rate of Pegasus High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pegasus High School?
132 students attend Pegasus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pegasus High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pegasus High School?
Pegasus High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pegasus High School offer ?
Pegasus High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Pegasus High School part of?
Pegasus High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 6/13/2016
I recommend Pegasus high school to students that have had a hard time in going to classes and are behind on credits. I attended pegasus h.s in late 2008 and 2009, the teachers at the time played a big role in helping me graduate. I started my senior year with 85 credits! But they never gave up on me and helped me to keep myself motivated. I am very grateful for the teachers in this school and the care they give to each of their students!
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