Capuchino High School is a public high school in San Bruno, California, United States. It is one of seven high schools in the San Mateo Union High School District, a division of the San Mateo County Office of Education.
Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, Capuchino High School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capuchino High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Capuchino High School's student population of 1,061 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,061 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capuchino 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 Capuchino High School is 0.64, 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
#2568 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capuchino High School's ranking?
Capuchino High School is ranked #2568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Capuchino High School often compared to?
Capuchino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills High School, Burlingame High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capuchino High School?
The graduation rate of Capuchino High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Capuchino High School?
1,061 students attend Capuchino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Capuchino High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capuchino High School?
Capuchino High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Capuchino High School offer ?
Capuchino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capuchino High School part of?
Capuchino High School is part of San Mateo Union High School District.
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