Serving 240 students in grades 9-12, University Preparatory High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory 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
Community Size
School Overview
University Preparatory High School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#422 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
45%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory High School's ranking?
University Preparatory High School is ranked #422 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Preparatory High School often compared to?
University Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory High School?
240 students attend University Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of University Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory High School?
University Preparatory High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does University Preparatory High School offer ?
University Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Preparatory High School part of?
University Preparatory High School is part of Tulare County Office Of Education School District.
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