Serving 2,079 students in grades 9-12, Grossmont High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,079 students
Minority Enrollment: 66%
Graduation Rate
: 83% (Btm 50% in CA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 31% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 66% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 27% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Grossmont High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grossmont High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grossmont High School is ranked #3006 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Grossmont High School often compared to?
Grossmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grossmont High School?
The graduation rate of Grossmont High School is 83%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grossmont High School?
2,079 students attend Grossmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Grossmont High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Grossmont High School offer ?
Grossmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grossmont High School part of?
As a former student and graduate I would say that my experience and education were exceptional. In the beginning, it was a horrible start. I was hanging with the wrong crowd and started to be a lot of trouble. My parents and the Principal of Grossmont did not give up on me and gave me another chance. All of my teachers were very supportive. As a freshman, I had a GPA of 2.5 and was an applied art student struggling in all subjects. Upon graduating my GPA was 3.8 and all classes my junior and senior year were college prep and was also elected to student government. Grossmont made me into the person I am today and made efforts to achieve my educational and career goals.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Lorenzo
58/10/2013
I just graduated from this school and i really loved it. By far it was the best school i have ever been to and i've tried different high schools, but this school truly is an awesome school to go to. Of course every school has there pros and cons, but no school is perfect! I recommend going to this school you will have an incredible experience. :)
- Posted by Student/Alumni - tmurr
26/8/2010
Grossmont is a poor excuse for a high school. One of my kids commented about this school saying, Education is about power, not about teaching. This sums up Grossmont and the way it is run. The year after it was made Distinguished School honor, all the programs that gave it that honor were cut. So much for the students. The principal has her favorites, and the teachers use that style as well, for example in drama, sports, and ASB. It is NOT an environment that fosters achievement, but rather one that fosters favoritism, nepotism, and fear. Please go to a different school
- Posted by Parent - mebmo
25/24/2010
Grossmont used to be a good school, but not anymore. It qualified to get a Distinguished School award from the State, but once that was achieved, all the programs that it used to get the honor were dropped. Standards have been lowered, and very few AP classes are offered.
- Posted by Parent - wonde
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,079 students
Minority Enrollment: 66%
Graduation Rate
: 83% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 31% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 66% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 27% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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