Yucaipa High School is a public high school in Yucaipa, California, United States that serves the cities of Yucaipa and Calimesa and the community of Oak Glen, 65 miles east of Los Angeles.
Serving 2,755 students in grades 9-12, Yucaipa 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 24% (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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yucaipa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yucaipa High School's student population of 2,755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'One Town, One Team'
School Rankings
Yucaipa 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 Yucaipa High School is 0.57, 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
#4130 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yucaipa High School's ranking?
Yucaipa High School is ranked #4130 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yucaipa High School often compared to?
Yucaipa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redlands East Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% 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 Yucaipa High School?
The graduation rate of Yucaipa High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Yucaipa High School?
2,755 students attend Yucaipa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Yucaipa High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yucaipa High School?
Yucaipa High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yucaipa High School offer ?
Yucaipa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Yucaipa High School part of?
Yucaipa High School is part of Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It's sad to say but the coaches for the highschool baseball team shows alot of favortism in selecting players. Too bad they can't be honest and fair and give other students a chance at this sport, who actually really loves playing baseball and is good at it. They are not given the opportunity to show their talent. Hope they get better coaching staff for the baseball team next year.
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