Carlsbad High School is a public high school in Carlsbad, California.
Serving 2,365 students in grades 9-12, Carlsbad High School ranks in the top 30% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlsbad High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carlsbad High School's student population of 2,365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Carlsbad High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlsbad 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
#2024 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlsbad High School's ranking?
Carlsbad High School is ranked #2024 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlsbad High School often compared to?
Carlsbad High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sage Creek 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 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlsbad High School?
The graduation rate of Carlsbad High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carlsbad High School?
2,365 students attend Carlsbad High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carlsbad High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlsbad High School?
Carlsbad High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlsbad High School offer ?
Carlsbad High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carlsbad High School part of?
Carlsbad High School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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