Norwalk High School is a high school in Norwalk, California. It is a member school of the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. It was established in 1956. Norwalk High School is fully accredited by the Western Associations of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 1,980 students in grades 9-12, Norwalk 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 1,980 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwalk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Norwalk High School's student population of 1,980 students has stayed relatively flat 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
1,980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Norwalk 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 Norwalk High School is 0.22, 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
#4645 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwalk High School's ranking?
Norwalk High School is ranked #4645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norwalk High School often compared to?
Norwalk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Glenn High School, La Serna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwalk High School?
The graduation rate of Norwalk High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Norwalk High School?
1,980 students attend Norwalk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Norwalk High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwalk High School?
Norwalk High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norwalk High School offer ?
Norwalk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Norwalk High School part of?
Norwalk High School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
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