Serving 1,990 students in grades 9-12, Tustin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tustin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tustin High School's student population of 1,990 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tustin 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 Tustin High School is 0.32, which is less 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
#4238 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
82%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Tustin High School's ranking?
Tustin High School is ranked #4238 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tustin High School often compared to?
Tustin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill High School, Arnold O. Beckman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tustin High School?
The graduation rate of Tustin High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tustin High School?
1,990 students attend Tustin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tustin High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tustin High School?
Tustin High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Tustin High School offer ?
Tustin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tustin High School part of?
Tustin High School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
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