Serving 2,905 students in grades 9-12, Upland 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,905 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Upland High School's student population of 2,905 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,905 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upland 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 Upland High School is 0.56, 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
#3673 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Upland High School's ranking?
Upland High School is ranked #3673 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upland High School?
The graduation rate of Upland High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upland High School?
2,905 students attend Upland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Upland High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upland High School?
Upland High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Upland High School offer ?
Upland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Upland High School part of?
Upland High School is part of Upland Unified School District.
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