Irvine High School is a public high school, located in the city of Irvine in Orange County, California, United States. It is part of the Irvine Unified School District. The school is located in the El Camino Real neighborhood in the north-central part of the city.
Serving 1,964 students in grades 9-12, Irvine High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irvine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Irvine High School's student population of 1,964 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,964 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
White, Blue, Green
School Motto
Integrity, Honor Yourself & Others, Social Responsibility
School Rankings
Irvine High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irvine High School is 0.65, 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
#1167 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
53%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Irvine Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vaquero
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irvine High School's ranking?
Irvine High School is ranked #1167 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Irvine High School often compared to?
Irvine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irvine High School?
The graduation rate of Irvine High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Irvine High School?
1,964 students attend Irvine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Irvine High School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irvine High School?
Irvine High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Irvine High School offer ?
Irvine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Irvine High School part of?
Irvine High School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvine High School located?
Irvine High School is located in the El Camino Real neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in El Camino Real.
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