Milpitas High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school in Milpitas, California, a suburban community north of San Jose. It is the main high school serving the boundaries of the Milpitas Unified School District.
Serving 2,926 students in grades 9-12, Milpitas High School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milpitas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Milpitas High School's student population of 2,926 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
45 acres
School Rankings
Milpitas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milpitas High School is 0.50, 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
#952 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
68%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milpitas High School's ranking?
Milpitas High School is ranked #952 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milpitas High School?
The graduation rate of Milpitas High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Milpitas High School?
2,926 students attend Milpitas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Milpitas High School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milpitas High School?
Milpitas High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Milpitas High School offer ?
Milpitas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Milpitas High School part of?
Milpitas High School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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