Santa Teresa High School is a public high school located in the suburban Santa Teresa neighborhood of southern San Jose, California. The school is a member of the East Side Union High School District and serves students from grades 9 through 12.
Serving 2,134 students in grades 9-12, Santa Teresa High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 81% 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: 2,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Teresa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Santa Teresa High School's student population of 2,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Santa Teresa High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Teresa High School is 0.72, 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
#1710 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: St. Bernard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Teresa High School's ranking?
Santa Teresa High School is ranked #1710 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Teresa High School often compared to?
Santa Teresa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Teresa High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Teresa High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Teresa High School?
2,134 students attend Santa Teresa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Santa Teresa High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Teresa High School?
Santa Teresa High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Teresa High School offer ?
Santa Teresa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Teresa High School part of?
Santa Teresa High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Teresa High School located?
Santa Teresa High School is located in the Glider neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Glider.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hey, I am Addie, a freshman at Santa Teresa High School, and I LOVE MY SCHOOL!!!! Except I'm just an average student, in 1 honors class, not a cheerleader, and not in ASB, but I still love my school even though I'm not in a bunch of stuff :P so here's my review of my school:
a. Quality of academic program
4 of 5 stars
b. Availability of music, art, sports, and other extracurricular activities
5 of 5 stars
c. Academic or athletic awards
Never received one, and I probably never will :P
d. Facilities
3 of 5 stars
e. Level of Parent involvement
0 of 5 stars. They make it very clear that they do not want to deal with parents, they only want to speak to the students.
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