San Diego High School is an urban public high school located on the southern edge of Balboa Park in San Diego, California, United States. It is the oldest high school in the San Diego Unified School District, one of the oldest public schools in California, and the oldest in the state still on its original site.
Serving 1,056 students in grades 9-12, San Diego International Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
San Diego International Studies's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1882
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Diego International Studies is 0.59, 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)
(21-22)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are San Diego International Studies often compared to?
San Diego International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Point Loma High School, East Village Middle College High School, San Diego High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego International Studies?
The graduation rate of San Diego International Studies is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Diego International Studies?
1,056 students attend San Diego International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of San Diego International Studies students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Diego International Studies?
San Diego International Studies has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Diego International Studies offer ?
San Diego International Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Diego International Studies part of?
San Diego International Studies is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego International Studies located?
San Diego International Studies is located in the Cortez Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Cortez Hill.
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