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#4402 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Templeton High
High School · Templeton Unified
1200 Main St., Templeton, CA 93465
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,402 of 9,539
In Templeton
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Templeton Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Templeton High
High School in Templeton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Templeton High
Templeton High is a public high school in Templeton, CA, part of Templeton Unified. Templeton High serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Templeton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Templeton High show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Templeton High runs 20.5:1 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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Templeton High — Students at Templeton High score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Templeton High Compares
See how Templeton 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
1200 Main St., Templeton, CA 93465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Templeton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Atascadero High (rated 5.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Atascadero), a more accessible option. Additionally, Templeton Independent Study High (rated 4.3/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Templeton, see our Templeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Canyon High Templeton | 0.2 mi | — |
| Templeton Independent Study High Templeton | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Templeton Home Templeton | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Templeton Middle Templeton | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Templeton Elementary Templeton | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton | 0.7 mi | — |
| TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton | 0.7 mi | — |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Vineyard Elementary Templeton | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| San Benito Elementary Atascadero | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Vineyard Classical Academy Paso Robles | 2.8 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 3.1 mi | — |
| Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Nickel S Ranch Academy Paso Robles | 3.9 mi | — |
| Fine Arts Academy Atascadero | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Atascadero Middle Atascadero | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Atascadero High Atascadero | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Thrive Academy El Paso De Robles (paso Robles) | 4.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,843
Median Home Value
$875,200
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
10,248
College Educated
47.2%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
46.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Templeton High
What grades does Templeton High serve?
Templeton High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Templeton High?
Templeton High has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Templeton High?
The student-teacher ratio at Templeton High is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Templeton High rank in CA?
Templeton High ranks #4,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Templeton High's MySchoolScout rating?
Templeton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Templeton High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Templeton High has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Templeton High a charter school?
No, Templeton High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Templeton High a Title I school?
No, Templeton High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Templeton High?
20.5% of students at Templeton 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
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (805) 434-5888
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Templeton Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,237
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,385
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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