Boys Republic is a private, all-boys school for troubled adolescents located in Chino Hills, California. It was founded in 1907 by Margaret Fowler. As an adolescent, the actor Steve McQueen was remanded there.
Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Boys Republic High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boys Republic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Boys Republic High School's student population of 47 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Motto
NOTHING WITHOUT LABOR
School Rankings
Boys Republic High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boys Republic High School is 0.54, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
25%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boys Republic High School's ranking?
Boys Republic High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boys Republic High School?
The graduation rate of Boys Republic High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Boys Republic High School?
47 students attend Boys Republic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Boys Republic High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boys Republic High School?
Boys Republic High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Boys Republic High School offer ?
Boys Republic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Boys Republic High School part of?
Boys Republic High School is part of Chino Valley Unified School District.
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