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#6484 of 9,539 schools in CA
Trace
High School · San Diego Unified
2375 Congress St. Ste. 4, San Diego, CA 92110
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 287 schools in San Diego. Learn more
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,484 of 9,539
In San Diego
#213 of 288
public schools
In district
#138 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Trace
High School in San Diego · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trace
Trace is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Trace serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Trace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,484 of 9,539 schools in CA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Trace were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Trace Compares
See how Trace performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2375 Congress St. Ste. 4, San Diego, CA 92110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trace may also want to explore other high schools in the area. High Tech High (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Twain High (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Sun & Moon San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Dewey Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Grant K-8 San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Vincent de Paul San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| San Diego County Community San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Empower Language Academy San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Twain High San Diego | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Francis Parker School San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Florence Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,508
Median Home Value
$885,200
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
31,186
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
36.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Animo Compton Charter Los Angeles, CA | 5.5 |
| Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA | 5.5 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose, CA | 5.5 |
| Ednovate - South LA College Prep Los Angeles, CA | 5.5 |
| Esparto High Esparto, CA | 5.5 |
| High Tech High International San Diego, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trace
What grades does Trace serve?
Trace serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Trace?
Trace has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trace?
The student-teacher ratio at Trace is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trace rank in CA?
Trace ranks #6,484 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Trace's MySchoolScout rating?
Trace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Trace a charter school?
No, Trace is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trace a Title I school?
No, Trace is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trace?
82.2% of students at Trace 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
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (619) 209-4500
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #138 of 174
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