LA JOLLA HIGH SCHOOL
La Jolla High is a public high school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in La Jolla, CA with about 1,505 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 57 teachers, La Jolla High has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.
La Jolla High School, located in the prestigious coastal community of La Jolla, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school within the San Diego Unified School District. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school offers a robust curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, an International Baccalaureate (IB) program, and specialized pathways in areas such as engineering and the arts. Its historic campus, which has served the community for decades, balances traditional educational values with modern initiatives designed to prepare students for top-tier university admissions.
Beyond academics, La Jolla High is deeply integrated into its community and is well-known for its vibrant student life, characterized by competitive athletic programs, diverse extracurricular clubs, and a strong sense of school spirit—often represented by their mascot, the Viking. The school attracts families seeking a rigorous college-preparatory environment while providing students with access to the unique cultural and academic resources of the broader San Diego area. For those seeking current information, specific academic calendars, or district-related news, the official website at [ljhs.sandi.net](http://ljhs.sandi.net) serves as the primary resource for students and parents.
For more information, contact La Jolla High at (858) 454-3081 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
La Jolla, CA 92037-6103
(858) 454-3081
http://ljhs.sandi.net
LA JOLLA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in La Jolla, CA with about 1,505 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- San Diego Unified
- Total Students:
- 1,505
- Teachers:
- 57.51
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 1,505 students
- White
- 52.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.6%
- Two or more races
- 8.2%
- Asian
- 6.5%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.2%
- Male
- 48.8%
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.