Soquel High School

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Soquel High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
401 Old San Jose Rd,  Soquel, CA
Santa Cruz City High School District
3.7
3.2
1,074 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Gail Atlansky
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
54
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
60%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
11.7%
State Average
19.4%
Science
10.4%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
287:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
White
47.5%
Hispanic
39.5%
Two or more races
7.6%
Asian
<1%
Black
<1%
Filipino
<1%
Native American
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
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.
Cal Poly 200 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 196 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 191 Students
San Diego State University 171 Students
University of California - Berkeley 163 Students
University of California - San Diego 148 Students
University of California - Davis 135 Students
Cabrillo College 130 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 128 Students
San José State University 122 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 91 Students
Biology 73 Students
Psychology 64 Students
Nursing 43 Students
Environmental Science 33 Students
Political Science and Government 32 Students
Computer Science 28 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 26 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 26 Students
Communications 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 143 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/3/2025
My experience at Soquel high has not only been very positive, but marks a transitional and influential stage for not only me but for many students. High school plays a significant part in a person/students development and what they decide to do with their lives. During my time at Soquel I found my passion and what I want to do for the rest of my life because of the great resources and the support I received.
5.0 Alum
7/29/2024
My overall experience has definitely taught me many solutions and techniques that I will need for future work and projects. Being able to be myself and share my ideas and experiences to peers.
4.0 Senior
8/31/2023
On the most part I would say Soquel is a pretty good school. The biggest issue I have is that the school lunches are not all that great, but at least during lunch where allowed to leave the campus, so most students leave for lunch.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
1.0 other
4/15/2026
If you or your child likes getting forcefully stripped and body searched without being able to contact their parents, make sure to enroll them at Soquel High School.
5.0 parent
3/3/2023
Soquel High School is amazing! It starts with the admin and staff, includes the students, the district and the community. I am a teacher and see a lot of the forest for the trees. I love the way the admin and staff honor the students and their work, offer unending support, and communicate with paren...
5.0 parent
3/2/2023
I am a parent of 2 girls. My oldest graduated last year and is an electrical and computer engineering major at WPI in MA. I think she took almost every AP class offered at Soquel, one or two at Cabrillo. She was very well prepared for college. She made the dean’s list her first semester.My youngest...
1.0 parent
8/27/2022
Our son got all A's at Soquel High, but told us he didn't learn anything. He felt like the classes were two years behind. My husband and I tried talking to the councilor and principal, but they were no help at all and didn't care. We felt if our son continued he would not feel challenged and develp...

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Soquel High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Soquel, CA, in the Soquel neighborhood, and is served by the Santa Cruz City High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,074 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Soquel High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $1,315,472. Discover additional schools in the area, like Harbor High School, Costanoa Continuation High School, Ark Independent Studies, and more. Learn more about what Soquel has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Soquel High School.

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