Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Tesoro High School ranks in the top 10% 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 2,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tesoro 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
School Overview
Tesoro High School's student population of 2,040 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tesoro High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tesoro 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
#870 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Tesoro High School's ranking?
Tesoro High School is ranked #870 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tesoro High School often compared to?
Tesoro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trabuco Hills High School, Capistrano Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tesoro High School?
The graduation rate of Tesoro High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tesoro High School?
2,040 students attend Tesoro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Tesoro High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tesoro High School?
Tesoro High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tesoro High School offer ?
Tesoro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tesoro High School part of?
Tesoro High School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
The academics at this school are great. Wonderful teachers and a very involved principal who has the kids as a priority. Sad to be moving out of the area. We LOVED this school!! Basketball coach and program TOPS!!
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