School Overview
King City High School, located at 720 Broadway St. in King City, California, serves as a central educational institution for the South Monterey County Joint Union High School District. As the primary high school for the local community, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum, including college-preparatory courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school maintains a diverse student body and emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates academic rigor with extracurricular engagement.

Beyond its core instruction, King City High School is deeply embedded in the local culture, serving as a hub for community activities, athletics, and school spirit. The campus offers various student organizations, clubs, and competitive sports programs, which help foster a sense of belonging and leadership among the student population. By focusing on both scholarly achievement and student development, the school strives to equip its graduates with the necessary skills and social awareness to contribute positively to the King City community and the broader workforce.
1,227
Total Students
55.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for King City High
Demographic Student Count
White88
Hispanic1,116
Black2
Asian12
Two or More7
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    1,116 (91.0 %)
  • White
    88 (7.2 %)
  • Asian
    12 (1.0 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (0.6 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: South Monterey County Joint Union High
Phone: (831)385-5461
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,227
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 912
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 73
Grades Taught
Grade 9 300
Grade 10 333
Grade 11 320
Grade 12 274

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for King City High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9300
Grade 10333
Grade 11320
Grade 12274
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for King City High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female61149.8%
Male61650.2%