Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Alameda High School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alameda 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
Diversity
School Overview
Alameda High School's student population of 1,863 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Hornets
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1874
School Rankings
Alameda High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda High School is 0.76, 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
#933 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Alameda High School's ranking?
Alameda High School is ranked #933 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alameda High School often compared to?
Alameda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Encinal Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alameda High School?
The graduation rate of Alameda High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alameda High School?
1,863 students attend Alameda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Alameda High School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alameda High School?
Alameda High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alameda High School offer ?
Alameda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alameda High School part of?
Alameda High School is part of Alameda Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alameda High School located?
Alameda High School is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
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