Serving 1,205 students in grades 9-12, Terra Linda High School ranks in the top 50% 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 is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terra Linda High School's student population of 1,205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,205 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Terra Linda High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Linda High School is 0.62, 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
#2915 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
6%
12%

Hispanic
51%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
34%
20%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
93%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Linda High School's ranking?
Terra Linda High School is ranked #2915 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Terra Linda High School often compared to?
Terra Linda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Rafael High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Linda High School?
The graduation rate of Terra Linda High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Terra Linda High School?
1,205 students attend Terra Linda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Terra Linda High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% 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 Terra Linda High School?
Terra Linda High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terra Linda High School offer ?
Terra Linda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Terra Linda High School part of?
Terra Linda High School is part of San Rafael City High School District.
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