Serving 1,108 students in grades 9-12, Capuchino 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capuchino High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Capuchino High School's student population of 1,108 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capuchino High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capuchino High School is 0.66, 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
#3235 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capuchino High School's ranking?
Capuchino High School is ranked #3235 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Capuchino High School often compared to?
Capuchino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills High School, Burlingame High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capuchino High School?
The graduation rate of Capuchino High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Capuchino High School?
1,108 students attend Capuchino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Capuchino High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capuchino High School?
Capuchino High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Capuchino High School offer ?
Capuchino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capuchino High School part of?
Capuchino High School is part of San Mateo Union High School District.
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