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#5328 of 9,539 schools in CA
Twain High
High School · San Diego Unified
6402 Linda Vista Rd., San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,328 of 9,539
In San Diego
#180 of 288
public schools
In district
#117 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Twain High
Twain High is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Twain High serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Twain High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,328 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Twain High show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Twain 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
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Twain High — Students at Twain High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Twain High Compares
See how Twain 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
6402 Linda Vista Rd., San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twain High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRACE (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Empower Language Academy San Diego | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Francis Parker School San Diego | 0.1 mi | — |
| San Diego County Community San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Carson Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Longfellow K-8 San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun & Moon San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Vincent de Paul San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| San Diego Cooperative Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Grant K-8 San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Fletcher Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| TRACE San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Chesterton Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Florence Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
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| Alameda Community Learning Center Alameda, CA | 6.1 |
| Aspen Ridge Public Fresno, CA | 6.1 |
| Burney Junior-Senior High Burney, CA | 6.1 |
| Denair High Denair, CA | 6.1 |
| La Sierra High (Alternative) Fullerton, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twain High
What grades does Twain High serve?
Twain High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Twain High?
Twain High has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twain High?
The student-teacher ratio at Twain High is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twain High rank in CA?
Twain High ranks #5,328 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Twain High's MySchoolScout rating?
Twain 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 Twain High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twain High has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Twain High a charter school?
No, Twain High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Twain High a Title I school?
No, Twain High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twain High?
85.4% of students at Twain 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 800-5300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 65.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #117 of 174
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