Point Loma High School is a public high school in San Diego, California, United States. It is part of San Diego Unified School District. The school is located in the Loma Portal neighborhood of Point Loma. The school serves the neighborhoods of Point Loma and Ocean Beach.
Serving 1,724 students in grades 9-12, Point Loma 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 1,724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Point Loma High School's student population of 1,724 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
1,724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Point Loma 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 Point Loma High School is 0.62, 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
#2925 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pointer Dog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Point Loma High School's ranking?
Point Loma High School is ranked #2925 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Point Loma High School often compared to?
Point Loma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Point Loma High School?
The graduation rate of Point Loma High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Point Loma High School?
1,724 students attend Point Loma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Point Loma High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Point Loma High School?
Point Loma High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Point Loma High School offer ?
Point Loma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Point Loma High School part of?
Point Loma High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Point Loma High School located?
Point Loma High School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Calendar
View the Point Loma High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First day of school
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No school
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No school
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No school
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No school
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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