Pasadena High School is the proud home of the Bulldogs. It educates students in ninth through 12th grades with a school size of approximately 1700 pupils. With a history dating back to 1891, its 116-year history has always displayed a dedication to providing students with a strong academic foundation. Pasadena High School’s diverse student body represents the City of Pasadena, and the communities of Altadena and Sierra Madre.
Pasadena High is keenly focused on supporting its students to accomplish the highest level of achievement. To this end, PHS offers a number of specialized programs. Students with an interest in graphic design and advertising may participate in the Graphic Communications Academy, which is part of the Creative Arts, Media and Design Pathway. Those interested in public service or the legal fields may take part in the Law and Public Service Pathway. Students wishing to earn college credits and meet college requirements before beginning college may also take Advanced Placement coursework in any of twenty subjects.
Pasadena High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd,
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Gilbert Barraza
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
93%
Niche Grade
A-
B+
A
C+
C-
B-
B-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.51
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Reading Proficiency
61%
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Math Proficiency
29%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
74
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Full Time Teachers
74
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Teachers in First or Second Year
24%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1200
Math
600
Verbal
610
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Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
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Number of AP Courses
19
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AP Math Enrollment
Very High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very High
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
10.2%
State Average
19.4%
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Science
8.8%
State Average
11.2%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
461:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.3%
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Female
46.4%
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Hispanic
53.4%
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White
19.1%
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Black
11.7%
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Asian
7.1%
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Two or more races
4%
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Filipino
2.8%
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Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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School Rankings
#43
Niche Standout HS in California
#202
Best College Prep Public HS in California
Specialty School Programs
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles
447 Students
University of California - Berkeley
289 Students
University of California - San Diego
268 Students
University of Southern California
267 Students
California State University - Northridge
243 Students
University of California - Irvine
235 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara
218 Students
San Diego State University
206 Students
Pasadena City College
198 Students
University of California - Davis
181 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
160 Students
Business
139 Students
Biology
128 Students
Nursing
77 Students
Computer Science
64 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
63 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
52 Students
Political Science and Government
50 Students
Criminology
44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
43 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/20/2025
My overall experience has been great these past four years! I was able to connect with many people and try new things. I was able to break out of my shell.
12/7/2024
Overall, I've had a great experience at Pasadena High School. The teachers are always great and understanding for the most part. I always felt like I had people there to help me with anything I needed. They have amazing clubs and club activities. The sports are also really good.
1/18/2024
It was mediocre at best. There are some teachers who do a good job of teaching and are good at providing support, but not every teacher. The bathrooms are never clean and always filled with people smoking weed and vaping. However, I greatly enjoy my time as a student in the Visual Arts and Design Academy, which is well-funded and led by fantastic teachers. I would like to see better communication between administration and students and cleaner school facilities.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/14/2024
The librarian did not help me with my chromebook
12/22/2022
A lot of people in Pasadena send their kids to private school, but our oldest son wanted to go to PHS. We went in with low expectations, and have been very impressed.PHS' greatest asset is its teachers, the majority of whom are stellar. I can't say enough good things about them; they are so dedicate...
3/16/2022
Both my children have gone through PUSD schools and are now at Pasadena High School. My junior is in the Math Academy and participated in the App academy as a freshman. He is taking the equivalent of 3rd year Engineering college math, having passed the Calculus BC AP test in 8th grade, as well as se...
10/20/2018
AP courses are rigorous, and meant to be. If your child is college bound, it is worth it. Like all schools some teachers are more effective than others.
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Median Lot Size
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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Median Age
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Average House Size
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Pasadena High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Pasadena, CA and is served by the Pasadena Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,671 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Pasadena High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $1,283,227. Discover additional schools in the area, like Marshall Fundamental, San Marino High School, EF Academy, and more. Learn more about what Pasadena has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pasadena High School.