Will C. Crawford High School, also known as Crawford High School and formerly Crawford Educational Complex, is a high school in the El Cerrito neighborhood of San Diego, California, United States.
Serving 1,276 students in grades 9-12, Crawford High School ranks in the bottom 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher 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: 1,276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crawford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crawford High School's student population of 1,276 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Crawford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crawford High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#6589 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
30%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crawford High School's ranking?
Crawford High School is ranked #6589 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Crawford High School often compared to?
Crawford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crawford High School?
The graduation rate of Crawford High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Crawford High School?
1,276 students attend Crawford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Crawford High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Crawford High School?
Crawford High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crawford High School offer ?
Crawford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crawford High School part of?
Crawford High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Crawford High School located?
Crawford High School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Library Card Sign-Up Month
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of National Preparedness Month
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Anti-Bullying Month
October 01, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of California School Bus Safety Month
October 01, 2025 (Wednesday)
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