Serving 1,505 students in grades 9-12, University City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 1,505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
University City High School's student population of 1,505 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University City 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 University City High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University City High School's ranking?
University City High School is ranked #1610 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are University City High School often compared to?
University City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University City High School?
The graduation rate of University City High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University City High School?
1,505 students attend University City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of University City High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University City High School?
University City High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University City High School offer ?
University City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University City High School part of?
University City High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University City High School located?
University City High School is located in the University City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in University City.
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