Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, Health Sciences High And Middle College ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (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
Top Rankings
Health Sciences High And Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Health Sciences High And Middle College's student population of 528 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
We do what it takes, we do no harm, we set no limits on our potential to learn and grow.
School Rankings
Health Sciences High And Middle College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Health Sciences High And Middle College is 0.45, 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
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
4%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Health Sciences High And Middle College's ranking?
Health Sciences High And Middle College is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Health Sciences High And Middle College?
The graduation rate of Health Sciences High And Middle College is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Health Sciences High And Middle College?
528 students attend Health Sciences High And Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Health Sciences High And Middle College students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Health Sciences High And Middle College?
Health Sciences High And Middle College has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Health Sciences High And Middle College offer ?
Health Sciences High And Middle College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Health Sciences High And Middle College part of?
Health Sciences High And Middle College is part of Health Sciences High And Middle College School District.
In what neighborhood is Health Sciences High And Middle College located?
Health Sciences High And Middle College is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
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