Serving 108 students in grades 9-12, Borrego Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Borrego Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Borrego Springs High School's student population of 108 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red, Black, White
School Rankings
Borrego Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borrego Springs High School is 0.22, which is less 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
#4005 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borrego Springs High School's ranking?
Borrego Springs High School is ranked #4005 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Borrego Springs High School often compared to?
Borrego Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Borrego Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Borrego Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Borrego Springs High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Borrego Springs High School?
108 students attend Borrego Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Borrego Springs High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Borrego Springs High School?
Borrego Springs High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Borrego Springs High School offer ?
Borrego Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Borrego Springs High School part of?
Borrego Springs High School is part of Borrego Springs Unified School District.
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