Artesia High School is a public high school in Lakewood, California, with a student population of around 1,500. It is one of the five high schools in the ABC Unified School District.
Serving 1,441 students in grades 9-12, Artesia 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Artesia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Artesia High School's student population of 1,441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Artesia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Artesia High School is 0.41, 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
#4334 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Artesia High School's ranking?
Artesia High School is ranked #4334 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Artesia High School often compared to?
Artesia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gahr (Richard) High School, Cerritos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Artesia High School?
The graduation rate of Artesia High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Artesia High School?
1,441 students attend Artesia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Artesia High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Artesia High School?
Artesia High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Artesia High School offer ?
Artesia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Artesia High School part of?
Artesia High School is part of ABC Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Artesia High School located?
Artesia High School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Lakewood, CA.
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