Alhambra Senior High School is a public high school in Martinez, California, United States which was first established in 1897. It is a part of the Martinez Unified School District. During the 2006-2007 academic year, the school had enrollment of approximately 1400 students.
Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Alhambra Senior 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alhambra Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Alhambra Senior High School's student population of 1,028 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,028 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1897
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alhambra Senior 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 Alhambra Senior High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#3867 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spike The Bulldog, Spikette The Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alhambra Senior High School's ranking?
Alhambra Senior High School is ranked #3867 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alhambra Senior High School often compared to?
Alhambra Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alhambra Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alhambra Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alhambra Senior High School?
1,028 students attend Alhambra Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Alhambra Senior High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alhambra Senior High School?
Alhambra Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alhambra Senior High School offer ?
Alhambra Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alhambra Senior High School part of?
Alhambra Senior High School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
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