Galt High School is one of three high schools in Galt, California. It is part of the Galt Joint Union High School District and is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 963 students in grades 9-12, Galt 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galt High School's student population of 963 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
Galt 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 Galt High School is 0.48, 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
#5075 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galt High School's ranking?
Galt High School is ranked #5075 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Galt High School often compared to?
Galt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galt High School?
The graduation rate of Galt High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Galt High School?
963 students attend Galt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Galt High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galt High School?
Galt High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Galt High School offer ?
Galt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galt High School part of?
Galt High School is part of Galt Joint Union High School District.
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