Pasadena High School is a public high school in Pasadena, California. It is one of four high schools in the Pasadena Unified School District.
Serving 1,303 students in grades 9-12, Pasadena High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasadena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pasadena High School's student population of 1,303 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1891
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pasadena 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 Pasadena High School is 0.66, 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
#3194 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
19%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasadena High School's ranking?
Pasadena High School is ranked #3194 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pasadena High School often compared to?
Pasadena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pasadena High School?
The graduation rate of Pasadena High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pasadena High School?
1,303 students attend Pasadena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pasadena High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pasadena High School?
Pasadena High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pasadena High School offer ?
Pasadena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pasadena High School part of?
Pasadena High School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
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