Temple City High School is a four-year comprehensive secondary school located in Temple City, California, in Los Angeles County. The high school was awarded the California Distinguished School award in 1996 and in 2019, and a California Gold Ribbon School award in 2017.
Serving 1,758 students in grades 9-12, Temple City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temple City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Temple City High School's student population of 1,758 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Temple City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Temple City High School is 0.49, 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
#1049 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
68%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bighorn Sheep
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temple City High School's ranking?
Temple City High School is ranked #1049 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Temple City High School often compared to?
Temple City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Temple City High School?
The graduation rate of Temple City High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Temple City High School?
1,758 students attend Temple City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Temple City High School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Temple City High School?
Temple City High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Temple City High School offer ?
Temple City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Temple City High School part of?
Temple City High School is part of Temple City Unified School District.
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