Napa High School, established in 1897, is a four-year comprehensive high school located in Napa, California with 1860 students. It is one of three comprehensive high schools in the Napa Valley Unified School District. The other comprehensive high schools are Vintage High School and American Canyon High School.
Serving 1,757 students in grades 9-12, Napa 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Napa High School's student population of 1,757 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1897
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Napa High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Napa High School is 0.37, 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
#6211 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napa High School's ranking?
Napa High School is ranked #6211 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Napa High School often compared to?
Napa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vintage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Napa High School?
The graduation rate of Napa High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Napa High School?
1,757 students attend Napa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Napa High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Napa High School?
Napa High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Napa High School offer ?
Napa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Napa High School part of?
Napa High School is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
3 4/14/2021
Not that great lot's of focus on football rather than other academics. Half of the classrooms are in portables with terrible Wi-Fi. Overall, an average high school with little to offer.
5 9/20/2018
Amazing school, great academics that are challenging but enjoyable. Arts and athletes are recovering from a hard 2017 year, but we are going strong and still have amazing winning programs. I would suggest this school over any other- plus we have a great graduation rate compared to vintage!
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