Adrian C. Wilcox High School is a comprehensive, coeducational public high school in Santa Clara, California, United States that serves students in grades nine through twelve. It is one of five high schools in the Santa Clara Unified School District.
Serving 1,695 students in grades 9-12, Adrian Wilcox High School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adrian Wilcox High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adrian Wilcox High School's student population of 1,695 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Black, Gold
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
Campus Size
33 acres
School Motto
Be Charger Strong
School Rankings
Adrian Wilcox High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adrian Wilcox High School is 0.68, 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
#1949 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Charger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adrian Wilcox High School's ranking?
Adrian Wilcox High School is ranked #1949 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adrian Wilcox High School often compared to?
Adrian Wilcox High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Clara High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adrian Wilcox High School?
The graduation rate of Adrian Wilcox High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Adrian Wilcox High School?
1,695 students attend Adrian Wilcox High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Adrian Wilcox High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adrian Wilcox High School?
Adrian Wilcox High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adrian Wilcox High School offer ?
Adrian Wilcox High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Adrian Wilcox High School part of?
Adrian Wilcox High School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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