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Redwood High

High School · Sequoia Union High

1968 Old County Rd., Redwood City, CA 94063

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,310 of 9,539

In Redwood City

#19 of 34

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Sequoia Union High

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Redwood High

5.6/10

High School in Redwood City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Redwood High

Redwood High is a public high school in Redwood City, CA, part of Sequoia Union High. Redwood High serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Redwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,310 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Redwood High show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Redwood High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Redwood High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-48 pts
Overall Proficiency4% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-31.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness3.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate47%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,982

Redwood High — Students at Redwood High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 4.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 8.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
5%
2024
ELA
7.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Redwood High Compares

See how Redwood High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers

Location

1968 Old County Rd., Redwood City, CA 94063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Redwood High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brittan Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Oaks Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arroyo (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KINDERCOURT ACADEMY San Carlos 0.4 mi 6.5
White Oaks Elementary San Carlos 0.6 mi 9.3
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Redwood City 0.7 mi 6.9
Sequoia High Redwood City 0.9 mi 7.8
ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos 0.8 mi
Arbor Bay San Carlos 0.8 mi
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Redwood City 1.0 mi 6.1
Arroyo San Carlos 0.9 mi 9.2
McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City 1.1 mi 6.2
Redeemer Lutheran School Redwood City 1.2 mi
North Star Academy Redwood City 1.1 mi 9.2
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood City 1.2 mi 4.7
Central Middle San Carlos 1.0 mi 9.2
Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos 1.1 mi 9.5
Orion Alternative Redwood City 1.5 mi 6.8
ST CHARLES SCHOOL San Carlos 1.2 mi 5.2
Clifford Elementary Redwood City 1.4 mi 8.0
WINGS LEARNING CENTER Redwood City 1.4 mi
Rocketship Redwood City Redwood City 1.7 mi 2.3
WEINGARTEN CHILDRENS CENTER Redwood City 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,528

Median Home Value

$1,077,100

Median Rent

$2,802/mo

Population

34,695

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

31.5%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Redwood High

What grades does Redwood High serve?

Redwood High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Redwood High?

Redwood High has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood High?

The student-teacher ratio at Redwood High is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Redwood High rank in CA?

Redwood High ranks #6,310 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Redwood High's MySchoolScout rating?

Redwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Redwood High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Redwood High has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Redwood High a charter school?

No, Redwood High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Redwood High a Title I school?

No, Redwood High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Redwood High?

69.8% of students at Redwood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
San Mateo County
4-Year Graduation
47.0%

District

Sequoia Union High
District Enrollment
8,553
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,982
District Rank
#6 of 6

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