Serving 318 students in grades 9-12, Central Coast New Tech High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Coast New Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Coast New Tech High School's student population of 318 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Central Coast New Tech High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Coast New Tech High School is 0.59, 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
#1359 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Coast New Tech High School's ranking?
Central Coast New Tech High School is ranked #1359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central Coast New Tech High School often compared to?
Central Coast New Tech High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Grande High School, San Luis Obispo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Coast New Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Central Coast New Tech High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Coast New Tech High School?
318 students attend Central Coast New Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central Coast New Tech High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Coast New Tech High School?
Central Coast New Tech High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Coast New Tech High School offer ?
Central Coast New Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Coast New Tech High School part of?
Central Coast New Tech High School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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