The Preuss School, Preuss School UCSD, or Preuss Model School, is a coeducational college-preparatory charter day school established on a $14 million campus, situated on the campus of the University of California, San Diego.
Serving 825 students in grades 6-12, Preuss School Ucsd 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 36% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preuss School Ucsd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Preuss School Ucsd's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
825 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Preuss School Ucsd 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 Preuss School Ucsd 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
#2865 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tritons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preuss School Ucsd's ranking?
Preuss School Ucsd is ranked #2865 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Preuss School Ucsd often compared to?
Preuss School Ucsdis often viewed alongside schools like University City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Preuss School Ucsd?
The graduation rate of Preuss School Ucsd is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Preuss School Ucsd?
825 students attend Preuss School Ucsd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Preuss School Ucsd students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preuss School Ucsd?
Preuss School Ucsd has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Preuss School Ucsd offer ?
Preuss School Ucsd offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Preuss School Ucsd part of?
Preuss School Ucsd is part of Preuss School Ucsd School District.
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