Serving 1,984 students in grades 9-12, Whitney 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Whitney High School's student population of 1,984 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitney 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 Whitney 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
#1910 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Whitney High School's ranking?
Whitney High School is ranked #1910 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Whitney High School often compared to?
Whitney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitney High School?
The graduation rate of Whitney High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Whitney High School?
1,984 students attend Whitney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Whitney High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitney High School?
Whitney High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Whitney High School offer ?
Whitney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whitney High School part of?
Whitney High School is part of Rocklin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitney High School located?
Whitney High School is located in the Whitney Ranch neighborhood of Rocklin, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Whitney Ranch.
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