Terra Nova High

Terra Nova High serves 697 students in grades 9-12 in Pacifica, California, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 18.3:1 and 38 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned a solid 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks in the 72nd percentile statewide, placing it at #2,647 among California's 9,566 schools. Academically, Terra Nova High shows particular strength in English Language Arts, where 54% of students perform at proficient or above levels, while math achievement stands at 41% proficient or above.

These results reflect a school focused on continued academic improvement and student growth across core subjects. The school draws from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $151,680 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a low poverty rate of just 5.6% and median home values around $1.19 million, the surrounding neighborhood demonstrates strong educational values and economic stability.

Located on Terra Nova Boulevard in this large suburban setting along the San Mateo County coast, the school serves families in one of the Bay Area's most scenic communities, where ocean proximity and suburban amenities create an attractive environment for learning and growth.