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#5298 of 9,539 schools in CA
Seaside High
High School · Monterey Peninsula Unified
2200 Noche Buena St., Seaside, CA 93955
Enrollment
1,134
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,134
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,298 of 9,539
In Seaside
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Monterey Peninsula Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Seaside High
High School in Seaside · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Monterey Peninsula Unf Sch Dist Com Day Mid
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About Seaside High
Seaside High is a public high school in Seaside, CA, part of Monterey Peninsula Unified. Seaside High serves approximately 1,134 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Seaside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,298 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Seaside High show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Seaside High — Students at Seaside High score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 3.4/10.
How Seaside High Compares
See how Seaside 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
2200 Noche Buena St., Seaside, CA 93955
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seaside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHARTWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTA CATALINA SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Monterey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ord Terrace Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seaside, see our Seaside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 0.3 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Del Rey Woods Elementary Seaside | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 1.8 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 1.8 mi | — |
| Classical Christian Academy Monterey Bay Monterey | 2.0 mi | — |
| George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Chartwell School Seaside | 2.3 mi | — |
| Santa Catalina School Monterey | 2.8 mi | — |
| SANTA CATALINA SCHOOL Monterey | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| RYAN RANCH CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOL Monterey | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,331
Median Home Value
$693,800
Median Rent
$2,312/mo
Population
32,253
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seaside High
What grades does Seaside High serve?
Seaside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Seaside High?
Seaside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seaside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Seaside High is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seaside High rank in CA?
Seaside High ranks #5,298 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Seaside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Seaside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Seaside High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seaside High has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Seaside High a charter school?
No, Seaside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seaside High a Title I school?
No, Seaside High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seaside High?
78.0% of students at Seaside 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (831) 392-3530
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Monterey Peninsula Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,252
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,521
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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