Santa Rosa High School is a secondary school located in Santa Rosa, California. It is part of the Santa Rosa City High School District, which is itself part of Santa Rosa City Schools. Santa Rosa High School has 1,991 students as of the 2017–2018 school year.
Serving 1,636 students in grades 9-12, Santa Rosa High School ranks in the top 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 22% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 1,636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Rosa High School's student population of 1,636 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1874
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Rosa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Rosa High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4522 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Rosa High School's ranking?
Santa Rosa High School is ranked #4522 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Rosa High School often compared to?
Santa Rosa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maria Carrillo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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 Santa Rosa High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Rosa High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Rosa High School?
1,636 students attend Santa Rosa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Santa Rosa High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Rosa High School?
Santa Rosa High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Rosa High School offer ?
Santa Rosa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Rosa High School part of?
Santa Rosa High School is part of Santa Rosa High School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Rosa High School located?
Santa Rosa High School is located in the West Junior College neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Junior College.
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