Torrey Pines High School is a high school in the North County area of San Diego, California. The school is named after the Torrey pine tree that grows in the area.
Serving 2,644 students in grades 9-12, Torrey Pines High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Torrey Pines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Torrey Pines High School's student population of 2,644 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Torrey Pines High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Torrey Pines High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1191 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freddy The Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrey Pines High School's ranking?
Torrey Pines High School is ranked #1191 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Torrey Pines High School often compared to?
Torrey Pines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Crest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Torrey Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Torrey Pines High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Torrey Pines High School?
2,644 students attend Torrey Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Torrey Pines High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrey Pines High School?
Torrey Pines High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Torrey Pines High School offer ?
Torrey Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Torrey Pines High School part of?
Torrey Pines High School is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Torrey Pines High School located?
Torrey Pines High School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of Encinitas, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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