Seaside High School is a school located in Seaside, California. The school first opened in September 1963 to sophomores and juniors, graduating its first class in June 1965. Average annual enrollment is 1,400 students, attending grades 9–12.
Serving 1,073 students in grades 9-12, Seaside High School ranks in the bottom 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seaside High School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,073 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Seaside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seaside High School is 0.34, 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
#7637 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seaside High School's ranking?
Seaside High School is ranked #7637 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Seaside High School often compared to?
Seaside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seaside High School?
The graduation rate of Seaside High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seaside High School?
1,073 students attend Seaside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Seaside High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seaside High School?
Seaside High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Seaside High School offer ?
Seaside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Seaside High School part of?
Seaside High School is part of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Seaside High School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been a teacher at Seaside High school for many years. Though I was gone for a few years, I am so glad to return teaching science and working with such talented staff and student community.
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