Serving 839 students in grades 6-12, Preuss School Ucsd ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preuss School Ucsd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Preuss School Ucsd's student population of 839 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Preuss School Ucsd ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preuss School Ucsd is 0.59, 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
#2559 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
59%
55%
Black
20%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preuss School Ucsd's ranking?
Preuss School Ucsd is ranked #2559 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Preuss School Ucsd?
The graduation rate of Preuss School Ucsd is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Preuss School Ucsd?
839 students attend Preuss School Ucsd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Preuss School Ucsd students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Preuss School Ucsd?
Preuss School Ucsd has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Preuss School Ucsd offer ?
Preuss School Ucsd offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Preuss School Ucsd part of?
Preuss School Ucsd is part of Preuss School Ucsd School District.
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