Serving 1,713 students in grades 9-12, Henry M. Gunn High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower 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: 1,713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry M. Gunn 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry M. Gunn High School's student population of 1,713 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Timmy The Titan
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry M. Gunn High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry M. Gunn High School is 0.68, 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
#109 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
47%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry M. Gunn High School's ranking?
Henry M. Gunn High School is ranked #109 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Henry M. Gunn High School often compared to?
Henry M. Gunn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palo Alto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry M. Gunn High School?
The graduation rate of Henry M. Gunn High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Henry M. Gunn High School?
1,713 students attend Henry M. Gunn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Henry M. Gunn High School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry M. Gunn High School?
Henry M. Gunn High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry M. Gunn High School offer ?
Henry M. Gunn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henry M. Gunn High School part of?
Henry M. Gunn High School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry M. Gunn High School located?
Henry M. Gunn High School is located in the Green Acres neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Green Acres.
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