Serving 2,196 students in grades 9-12, Santa Teresa 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Teresa 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
Diversity
School Overview
Santa Teresa High School's student population of 2,196 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Teresa 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 Santa Teresa High School is 0.71, 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
#1325 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
40%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Teresa High School's ranking?
Santa Teresa High School is ranked #1325 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Teresa High School often compared to?
Santa Teresa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Teresa High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Teresa High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Teresa High School?
2,196 students attend Santa Teresa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Santa Teresa High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Teresa High School?
Santa Teresa High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Santa Teresa High School offer ?
Santa Teresa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Teresa High School part of?
Santa Teresa High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Teresa High School located?
Santa Teresa High School is located in the Glider neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Glider.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2010
Hey, I am Addie, a freshman at Santa Teresa High School, and I LOVE MY SCHOOL!!!! Except I'm just an average student, in 1 honors class, not a cheerleader, and not in ASB, but I still love my school even though I'm not in a bunch of stuff :P so here's my review of my school:
a. Quality of academic program
4 of 5 stars
b. Availability of music, art, sports, and other extracurricular activities
5 of 5 stars
c. Academic or athletic awards
Never received one, and I probably never will :P
d. Facilities
3 of 5 stars
e. Level of Parent involvement
0 of 5 stars. They make it very clear that they do not want to deal with parents, they only want to speak to the students.
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