Paso Robles High School is the only comprehensive high school located in the city of Paso Robles, California.
Serving 2,037 students in grades 9-12, Paso Robles High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,037 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paso Robles High School's student population of 2,037 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,037 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Crimson and white;
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat.
School Rankings
Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles High School is 0.53, 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
#3846 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paso Robles High School's ranking?
Paso Robles High School is ranked #3846 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paso Robles High School often compared to?
Paso Robles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Luis Obispo High School, Templeton High School, Atascadero High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paso Robles High School?
The graduation rate of Paso Robles High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paso Robles High School?
2,037 students attend Paso Robles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Paso Robles High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paso Robles High School?
Paso Robles High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paso Robles High School offer ?
Paso Robles High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paso Robles High School part of?
Paso Robles High School is part of Paso Robles Joint Unified School District.
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