Serving 3,952 students in grades 9-12, Polytechnic High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 3,952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polytechnic High School's student population of 3,952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 168 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
168 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polytechnic High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polytechnic High School is 0.66, 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
#4253 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
14%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polytechnic High School's ranking?
Polytechnic High School is ranked #4253 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Polytechnic High School often compared to?
Polytechnic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millikan High School, Wilson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polytechnic High School?
The graduation rate of Polytechnic High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Polytechnic High School?
3,952 students attend Polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Polytechnic High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polytechnic High School?
Polytechnic High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Polytechnic High School offer ?
Polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Polytechnic High School part of?
Polytechnic High School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Polytechnic High School located?
Polytechnic High School is located in the Poly High neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Poly High.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2021
Awesome school I went here for all 4 years and loved it. Great teachers, Staff, and just a great all around school.
1 10/9/2020
I attended this school in 9th and 10th grade. I left after 10th grade because I didn't like it because it was just way too crowded. Also, the teachers are not very helpful and I was bullied a lot towards the end of my 10th grade year. DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD TO POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL!!!!
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