Very Good
#3060 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Half Moon Bay High
High School · Cabrillo Unified
1 Lewis Foster Dr., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,060 of 9,539
In Half Moon Bay
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Cabrillo Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Half Moon Bay High
Half Moon Bay High is a public high school in Half Moon Bay, CA, part of Cabrillo Unified. Half Moon Bay High serves approximately 987 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Half Moon Bay High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,060 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Half Moon Bay High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Half Moon Bay High — Students at Half Moon Bay High score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Half Moon Bay High Compares
See how Half Moon Bay High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Lewis Foster Dr., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Half Moon Bay High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Hillsborough (rated 8.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is ODYSSEY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highlands Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Half Moon Bay, see our Half Moon Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAIN STREET SCHOLARS Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | — |
| Our Lady of the Pillar Academy Half Moon Bay | 0.7 mi | — |
| Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate Half Moon Bay | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) Half Moon Bay | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary Half Moon Bay | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Main Street Scholars Half Moon Bay | 1.0 mi | — |
| SEA CREST SCHOOL Half Moon Bay | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sea Crest School Half Moon Bay | 1.2 mi | — |
| El Granada Elementary Half Moon Bay | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Wilkinson School El Granada | 2.8 mi | — |
| WILKINSON SCHOOL El Granada | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Highlands Elementary San Mateo | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| LA PETITE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Hillsborough | 6.1 mi | — |
| West Hillsborough Hillsborough | 6.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 5.7 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL San Mateo | 6.0 mi | 7.6 |
| The Nueva School Hillsborough | 6.7 mi | — |
| THE NUEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hillsborough | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 5.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,272
Median Home Value
$1,509,300
Median Rent
$1,977/mo
Population
14,754
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Half Moon Bay High
What grades does Half Moon Bay High serve?
Half Moon Bay High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Half Moon Bay High?
Half Moon Bay High has an enrollment of approximately 987 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Half Moon Bay High?
The student-teacher ratio at Half Moon Bay High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Half Moon Bay High rank in CA?
Half Moon Bay High ranks #3,060 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Half Moon Bay High's MySchoolScout rating?
Half Moon Bay High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Half Moon Bay High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Half Moon Bay High has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Half Moon Bay High a charter school?
No, Half Moon Bay High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Half Moon Bay High a Title I school?
No, Half Moon Bay High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Half Moon Bay High?
36.0% of students at Half Moon Bay High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 987
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (650) 712-7200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
Cabrillo Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,663
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,816
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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