Redwood High

Redwood High is an alternative high school located in Redwood City, California. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 192 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 with 14 full-time equivalent teachers. Set in a small city environment, Redwood High offers an intimate setting where smaller class sizes can facilitate more personalized attention and support for each student.

With a MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranking at number 7554 among California schools, the academic performance data highlights areas with room for improvement. Students typically score around 7% proficiency in English Language Arts/Reading and only 1% proficient or above in Math, indicating a focus on student development beyond standardized test scores. Redwood High is situated in an area that encourages community engagement and support, making it a place where students can thrive in a nurturing educational environment.

With an enrollment of 192 students, Redwood High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Redwood High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.