Pomona High School is a high school operated by the Pomona Unified School District in California, located in North Pomona at 475 Bangor St. In 2002 and 2003, the Pomona High School football team won the Valle Vista League championship.
Serving 993 students in grades 9-12, Pomona High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pomona High School's student population of 993 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
993 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Pomona High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomona High School is 0.15, 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
#6900 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomona High School's ranking?
Pomona High School is ranked #6900 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pomona High School often compared to?
Pomona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nogales High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pomona High School?
The graduation rate of Pomona High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pomona High School?
993 students attend Pomona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pomona High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomona High School?
Pomona High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pomona High School offer ?
Pomona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pomona High School part of?
Pomona High School is part of Pomona Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of 2026-27 School Year
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
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