Salinas High School is a public 9–12 high school in Salinas, California, United States. It is the first of five primary high schools of the Salinas Union High School District. The school was moved to its current central Salinas location in 1920. The campus was rebuilt circa 1999.
Serving 2,380 students in grades 9-12, Salinas High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 83% 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: 2,380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salinas High School's student population of 2,380 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1882
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Salinas 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 Salinas High School is 0.40, 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
#4015 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salinas High School's ranking?
Salinas High School is ranked #4015 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Salinas High School often compared to?
Salinas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alisal High School, Everett Alvarez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salinas High School?
The graduation rate of Salinas High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Salinas High School?
2,380 students attend Salinas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Salinas High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salinas High School?
Salinas High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salinas High School offer ?
Salinas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salinas High School part of?
Salinas High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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