Duarte High School is a public high school located in Duarte, California and is part of Duarte Unified School District. Duarte High School had 764 students enrolled as of 2024. Their mascot is the falcon. It was recognized as a California Distinguished School in 2007 for its high test scores and academic achievement.
Serving 770 students in grades 9-12, Duarte 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duarte High School's student population of 770 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
White, Blue
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Duarte High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duarte High School is 0.38, 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
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duarte High School's ranking?
Duarte High School is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Duarte High School often compared to?
Duarte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monrovia High School, Arcadia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duarte High School?
The graduation rate of Duarte High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Duarte High School?
770 students attend Duarte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Duarte High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duarte High School?
Duarte High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Duarte High School offer ?
Duarte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Duarte High School part of?
Duarte High School is part of Duarte Unified School District.
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