Serving 2,253 students in grades 9-12, Watsonville 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watsonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Watsonville High School's student population of 2,253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
School Rankings
Watsonville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watsonville High School is 0.08, 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
#8005 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Watsonville High School's ranking?
Watsonville High School is ranked #8005 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Watsonville High School often compared to?
Watsonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pajaro Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watsonville High School?
The graduation rate of Watsonville High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Watsonville High School?
2,253 students attend Watsonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Watsonville High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watsonville High School?
Watsonville High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Watsonville High School offer ?
Watsonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Watsonville High School part of?
Watsonville High School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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