Serving 1,056 students in grades 9-12, San Diego International Studies 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 was 35-39% (which was higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 72% (which was higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 was equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
San Diego International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2054 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
58%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego International Studies's ranking?
San Diego International Studies is ranked #2054 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego International Studies?
The graduation rate of San Diego International Studies is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Diego International Studies?
1,056 students attend San Diego International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of San Diego International Studies students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Diego International Studies?
San Diego International Studies has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does San Diego International Studies offer ?
San Diego International Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Diego International Studies part of?
San Diego International Studies is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego International Studies located?
San Diego International Studies is located in the Cortez Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Cortez Hill.
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