Serving 1,820 students in grades 9-12, Tustin 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 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: 1,820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tustin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tustin High School's student population of 1,820 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tustin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tustin High School is 0.31, 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
#4238 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Tustin High School's ranking?
Tustin High School is ranked #4238 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tustin High School often compared to?
Tustin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill High School, Arnold O. Beckman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tustin High School?
The graduation rate of Tustin High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tustin High School?
1,820 students attend Tustin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Tustin High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tustin High School?
Tustin High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tustin High School offer ?
Tustin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tustin High School part of?
Tustin High School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
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