Pinole Valley High School is a high school in Pinole, California, United States, in Contra Costa County. First opened in 1967, the school is part of the West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Serving 1,292 students in grades 9-12, Pinole Valley 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinole Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pinole Valley High School's student population of 1,292 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
New School, Same Excellence
School Rankings
Pinole Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinole Valley High School is 0.69, 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
#5176 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinole Valley High School's ranking?
Pinole Valley High School is ranked #5176 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pinole Valley High School often compared to?
Pinole Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hercules High School, De Anza High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinole Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pinole Valley High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinole Valley High School?
1,292 students attend Pinole Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pinole Valley High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinole Valley High School?
Pinole Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pinole Valley High School offer ?
Pinole Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pinole Valley High School part of?
Pinole Valley High School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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