Serving 1,475 students in grades 9-12, San Bernardino High School 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
San Bernardino High School's student population of 1,475 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
San Bernardino High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Bernardino High School is 0.24, 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
#7934 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 San Bernardino High School's ranking?
San Bernardino High School is ranked #7934 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Bernardino High School often compared to?
San Bernardino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fontana A. B. Miller High School, Fontana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Bernardino High School?
The graduation rate of San Bernardino High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Bernardino High School?
1,475 students attend San Bernardino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of San Bernardino High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Bernardino High School?
San Bernardino High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Bernardino High School offer ?
San Bernardino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Bernardino High School part of?
San Bernardino High School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Bernardino High School located?
San Bernardino High School is located in the SBHS neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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