Evergeen Valley High School is a comprehensive, 4-year high school located in the Evergreen area of San Jose, California, and is part of the East Side Union High School District. It was founded in 2002. The school held its first graduation of seniors on June 7, 2005.
Serving 2,749 students in grades 9-12, Evergreen Valley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Valley 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
School Overview
Evergreen Valley High School's student population of 2,749 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
White, Black, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evergreen Valley High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evergreen Valley High School is 0.37, 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
#426 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
78%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Valley High School's ranking?
Evergreen Valley High School is ranked #426 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Evergreen Valley High School often compared to?
Evergreen Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Evergreen Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Evergreen Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Evergreen Valley High School?
2,749 students attend Evergreen Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Evergreen Valley High School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Valley High School?
Evergreen Valley High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Evergreen Valley High School offer ?
Evergreen Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Evergreen Valley High School part of?
Evergreen Valley High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Evergreen Valley High School located?
Evergreen Valley High School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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