Trace serves 437 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trace ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Trace's student population of 437 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Trace is 0.60, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Trace?
The graduation rate of Trace is 10%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Trace?
437 students attend Trace.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Trace students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trace?
Trace has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Trace offer ?
Trace offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trace part of?
Trace is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Trace located?
Trace is located in the Old Town neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Town.
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