Homestead High

2,311 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Homestead High School, located in Cupertino, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a flagship institution within the Fremont Union High School District, it is consistently recognized for its academic rigor, strong college preparatory curriculum, and a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The school maintains a competitive academic environment, drawing students from the heart of Silicon Valley, which fosters a culture of high achievement and innovation.

Beyond its academic reputation, Homestead High is well-known for its vibrant campus life and extensive extracurricular offerings. The school hosts a diverse array of student-led clubs, championship-caliber athletic programs, and a distinguished performing arts department, particularly its notable marching band and color guard. With a history that famously includes high-profile alumni who helped shape the technology industry, the school continues to emphasize leadership, community involvement, and preparation for top-tier universities.

2,311

Total Students

96.2

Full-Time Teachers

24.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Homestead High
Demographic	Student Count
White	539
Hispanic	480
Black	22
Asian	989
Two or More	262
American Indian	12
Pacific Islander	2

Asian
989 (42.9 %)
White
539 (23.4 %)
Hispanic
480 (20.8 %)
Two or More
262 (11.4 %)
Black
22 (1.0 %)
American Indian
12 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Fremont Union High
Phone:	(408)522-2500
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,311
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	96.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	330
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 575

Grade 10 572

Grade 11 574

Grade 12 590