Claremont High School is a public high school in Claremont, California, United States. Part of the Claremont Unified School District, it is a California Distinguished School, a two-time national Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, and a nationally recognized International Baccalaureate World School.
Serving 2,065 students in grades 9-12, Claremont 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 40% (which is higher 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,065 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claremont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Claremont High School's student population of 2,065 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,065 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
White, Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Claremont 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 Claremont High School is 0.70, 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
#2159 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claremont High School's ranking?
Claremont High School is ranked #2159 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?
40% 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 Claremont High School?
The graduation rate of Claremont High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Claremont High School?
2,065 students attend Claremont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Claremont High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claremont High School?
Claremont High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Claremont High School offer ?
Claremont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Claremont High School part of?
Claremont High School is part of Claremont Unified School District.
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