TAHQUITZ HIGH SCHOOL
Tahquitz High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hemet Unified school district, located in Hemet, CA with about 1,611 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 75 teachers, Tahquitz High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
Tahquitz High School, located in Hemet, California, serves as a central educational hub for the Hemet Unified School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it offers a diverse range of academic programs, including college-preparatory coursework, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce. The campus is known for its "Titan" school spirit and a commitment to fostering a supportive environment that encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities.
Beyond the classroom, Tahquitz High maintains an active presence in the local community through its various athletic programs, performing arts initiatives, and student-led organizations. The school focuses on promoting academic growth and personal development by leveraging a variety of resources to meet the needs of its diverse student body. By emphasizing both scholastic achievement and the development of well-rounded citizens, Tahquitz High aims to equip its graduates with the skills and confidence necessary to navigate their post-secondary futures successfully.
For more information, contact Tahquitz High at (951) 765-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hemet, CA 92545-6224
(951) 765-6300
TAHQUITZ HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hemet, CA with about 1,611 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hemet Unified
- Total Students:
- 1,611
- Teachers:
- 75.2
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not 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 1,611 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 66.0%
- White
- 17.8%
- Black or African American
- 10.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 2.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.