Serving 1,604 students in grades 9-12, Garey 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 1,604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garey 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
Garey High School's student population of 1,604 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Garey 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 Garey High School is 0.13, 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
#6228 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Garey High School's ranking?
Garey High School is ranked #6228 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garey High School often compared to?
Garey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diamond Ranch High School, Pomona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garey High School?
The graduation rate of Garey High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Garey High School?
1,604 students attend Garey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Garey High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garey High School?
Garey High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garey High School offer ?
Garey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Garey High School part of?
Garey High School is part of Pomona Unified School District.
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