Serving 1,658 students in grades 9-12, Rancho San Juan 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho San Juan High School's student population of 1,658 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rancho San Juan 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 Rancho San Juan High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5423 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho San Juan High School's ranking?
Rancho San Juan High School is ranked #5423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho San Juan High School often compared to?
Rancho San Juan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Grove High School, Monterey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho San Juan High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho San Juan High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rancho San Juan High School?
1,658 students attend Rancho San Juan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rancho San Juan High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho San Juan High School?
Rancho San Juan High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho San Juan High School offer ?
Rancho San Juan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rancho San Juan High School part of?
Rancho San Juan High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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