ESCONDIDO HIGH SCHOOL
Escondido High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Escondido Union High school district, located in Escondido, CA with about 2,379 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 107 teachers, Escondido High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Escondido High School, located at 1535 N. Broadway in Escondido, California, is a historic cornerstone of the local community. As part of the Escondido Union High School District, it serves as a comprehensive secondary institution dedicated to academic excellence, athletics, and student development. Known for its "Cougar" mascot, the school maintains a long-standing tradition of fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue both their educational goals and extracurricular interests.
Beyond its core curriculum, Escondido High offers a variety of programs designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. The campus provides numerous opportunities for student involvement, ranging from competitive CIF sports teams to diverse clubs and performing arts programs. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience and community engagement, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to succeed in their future endeavors.
For more information, contact Escondido High at (760) 291-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Escondido, CA 92026-2015
(760) 291-4000
http://www.ehscougars.com
ESCONDIDO HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Escondido, CA with about 2,379 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Escondido Union High
- Total Students:
- 2,379
- Teachers:
- 107.21
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,379 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ESCONDIDO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 76% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 76.3%
- White
- 14.5%
- Asian
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Two or more races
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.