Homestead High School is a four-year public high school serving western Sunnyvale, southern Los Altos, and northwestern Cupertino, in Santa Clara County, California, United States. Established in 1962, the school serves 2,405 students in grades nine to twelve as part of the Fremont Union High School District.
Serving 2,224 students in grades 9-12, Homestead High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Homestead High School's student population of 2,224 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Green
School Motto
Hail, Alma Mater!
School Rankings
Homestead High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead 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
#569 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead High School's ranking?
Homestead High School is ranked #569 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Homestead High School often compared to?
Homestead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cupertino High School, Monta Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homestead High School?
The graduation rate of Homestead High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homestead High School?
2,224 students attend Homestead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Homestead High School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestead High School?
Homestead High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Homestead High School offer ?
Homestead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Homestead High School part of?
Homestead High School is part of Fremont Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the Homestead High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
Last day to add a new course for 1st semester
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
Last day to drop a class with no reflection on transcript for 1st Semester
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
Last day to drop a class with 'W' on Transcript, after today Transcript will show 'F' for 1st Semester
November 20, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - no classes
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Everything you need to excel
Campus feels very similar to college
2 10/10/2025
Homestead doesn't handle students with special needs well. However, the Fremont Union High School District is better equipped and has an excellent program at Fremont HS. Excellent school overall. Just not the best for Special Needs students.
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