Christopher High School is a co-educational public school in Gilroy, California. It is one of two public comprehensive high schools in the city and has an approximate enrollment of 1,900 students. It is a part of the Gilroy Unified School District.
Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Christopher 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 82% 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: 1,630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher High School's student population of 1,630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Black, Teal, Gold
School Motto
Using our hearts and minds well.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Christopher 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 Christopher 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
#3385 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher High School's ranking?
Christopher High School is ranked #3385 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Christopher High School often compared to?
Christopher High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilroy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Christopher High School?
The graduation rate of Christopher High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Christopher High School?
1,630 students attend Christopher High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Christopher High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christopher High School?
Christopher High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Christopher High School offer ?
Christopher High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Christopher High School part of?
Christopher High School is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
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