Serving 1,459 students in grades 9-12, Prospect 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Prospect High School's student population of 1,459 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prospect 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 Prospect High School is 0.74, 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
#1691 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Prospect High School's ranking?
Prospect High School is ranked #1691 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Prospect High School often compared to?
Prospect High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prospect High School?
The graduation rate of Prospect High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Prospect High School?
1,459 students attend Prospect High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Prospect High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prospect High School?
Prospect High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Prospect High School offer ?
Prospect High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prospect High School part of?
Prospect High School is part of Campbell Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Prospect High School located?
Prospect High School is located in the Saratoga Woods neighborhood of Saratoga, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Black History Month (Events)
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Women's History Month (Events)
March 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Black History Month (Events)
February 01, 2026 (Sunday)
First Day of Women's History Month (Events)
March 01, 2026 (Sunday)
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