Alisal High School is an American public high school opened in 1965 and located in Salinas, California. Alisal's school colors are green, black and white. Their mascot is Tommy the Trojan.
Serving 2,742 students in grades 9-12, Alisal 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 2,742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alisal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alisal High School's student population of 2,742 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Black, Forest Green
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Alisal High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alisal High School is 0.04, 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
#4807 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Troy, Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alisal High School's ranking?
Alisal High School is ranked #4807 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alisal High School often compared to?
Alisal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett Alvarez 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alisal High School?
The graduation rate of Alisal High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alisal High School?
2,742 students attend Alisal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alisal High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alisal High School?
Alisal High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alisal High School offer ?
Alisal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alisal High School part of?
Alisal High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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