Serving 3,005 students in grades 9-12, Redondo Union High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redondo Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Redondo Union High School's student population of 3,005 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Redondo Union 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 Redondo Union High School is 0.70, 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
#1156 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Redondo Union High School's ranking?
Redondo Union High School is ranked #1156 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redondo Union High School often compared to?
Redondo Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mira Costa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Redondo Union High School?
The graduation rate of Redondo Union High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Redondo Union High School?
3,005 students attend Redondo Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Redondo Union High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redondo Union High School?
Redondo Union High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Redondo Union High School offer ?
Redondo Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Redondo Union High School part of?
Redondo Union High School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Redondo Union High School located?
Redondo Union High School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.
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