Duarte High

764 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Duarte High School, located in Duarte, California, is the primary secondary institution within the Duarte Unified School District. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is known for its commitment to academic growth and fostering a supportive community environment. The campus emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, offering a variety of programs that include college preparatory coursework, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and opportunities for student involvement in athletics, performing arts, and diverse extracurricular clubs.

Beyond its core curriculum, Duarte High School places a strong focus on student success and preparation for post-secondary life. The school community prides itself on a culture of inclusivity and school spirit, often highlighting its status as a hub for local pride and student development. By integrating modern learning practices with a tradition of service and academic rigor, the school aims to equip its graduates with the essential skills, character, and knowledge needed to excel in an increasingly globalized society.

764

Total Students

36.6

Full-Time Teachers

20.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

76.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Duarte High
Demographic	Student Count
White	50
Hispanic	597
Black	22
Asian	72
Two or More	17
Pacific Islander	3

Hispanic
597 (78.4 %)
Asian
72 (9.5 %)
White
50 (6.6 %)
Black
22 (2.9 %)
Two or More
17 (2.2 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.4 %)

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:	Duarte Unified
Phone:	(626)599-5700
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	764
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	486
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	96

* 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 9 206

Grade 10 223

Grade 11 175

Grade 12 160