Trace serves 403 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trace ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Trace's student population of 403 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Trace is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
56%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Trace?
The graduation rate of Trace is 20%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Trace?
403 students attend Trace.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Trace students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trace?
Trace has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Trace offer ?
Trace offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trace part of?
Trace is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Trace located?
Trace is located in the Old Town neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Town.
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