Serving 2,396 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 17%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watsonville High School's student population of 2,396 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watsonville High School?
The graduation rate of Watsonville High School is 86%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Watsonville High School?
2,396 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 24:1, 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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