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#3700 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
King City High
High School · South Monterey County Joint Union High
720 Broadway St., King City, CA 93930
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,700 of 9,539
In King City
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
South Monterey County Joint Union High
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About King City High
King City High is a public high school in King City, CA, part of South Monterey County Joint Union High. King City High serves approximately 1,200 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. King City High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,700 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for King City High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
King City High runs 22.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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King City High — Students at King City High score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How King City High Compares
See how King City 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
720 Broadway St., King City, CA 93930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King City High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greenfield High (rated 6.6/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), with a comparable rating. Another option is Portola-Butler Continuation High (rated 4.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pinnacle Coastal Valley High (rated 2.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in King City, see our King City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 0.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Portola-Butler Continuation High King City | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Lucia Elementary King City | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| King City Arts Magnet King City | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 8.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 9.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 10.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 9.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 10.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Bitterwater-Tully Elementary King City | 13.8 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary Lockwood | 18.6 mi | 3.5 |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 18.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 18.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 18.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Soledad Transition Center Soledad | 18.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,555
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
17,124
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
30.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King City High
What grades does King City High serve?
King City High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend King City High?
King City High has an enrollment of approximately 1,200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King City High?
The student-teacher ratio at King City High is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King City High rank in CA?
King City High ranks #3,700 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is King City High's MySchoolScout rating?
King City High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 King City High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King City High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is King City High a charter school?
No, King City High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King City High a Title I school?
No, King City High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King City High?
80.9% of students at King City 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
- Walk Score
- 83 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (831) 385-5461
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
South Monterey County Joint Union High- District Enrollment
- 2,731
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,485
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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