At a glance
Reported students
1,779
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
74.06
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
596.5
Temple City High: 1,779 reported students.
State peer staffing position
86th percentile
24:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,809
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Student–teacher ratio
- 29.2:1
What the reported data says about Temple City High
Temple City High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Temple City. It is one of 9 current school records connected to Temple City Unified. NCES reports 1,779 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (69.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.9%). English learners represent 11.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 20 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Temple City High
- 1How do the reported 24:1 student–teacher ratio and 74.06 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 35.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White4.9%
- Hispanic21.9%
- Black0.4%
- Asian69.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial2.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
20 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Temple City Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
High · Grades 09–12
34 reported students
Longden Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
936 reported students
Oak Avenue Intermediate
Middle · Grades 07–08
839 reported students
Emperor Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
650 reported students
La Rosa Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–03
543 reported students
Cloverly Elementary
Middle · Grades 04–06
460 reported students
Public schools near Temple City High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia High High · Arcadia Unified | 09–12 | 2,939 | 1.7 mi |
| Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center High · Temple City Unified | 09–12 | 34 | 1.7 mi |
| Aveson Global Leadership Academy High · Charter · Aveson Global Leadership Academy District | 06–12 | 200 | 1.9 mi |
| Rose City High (Continuation) High · Pasadena Unified | 09–12 | 113 | 1.9 mi |
| San Marino High High · San Marino Unified | 09–12 | 886 | 2.1 mi |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc High · Charter · Options For Youth - Duarte Inc District | 07–12 | 3,369 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Temple City High
What grades does Temple City High serve?
Temple City High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Temple City Unified.
How many students attend Temple City High?
Temple City High reported 1,779 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,809 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Temple City High?
The calculated ratio is 24:1, based on 1,779 students and 74.06 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Temple City High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Temple City High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Temple City Unified attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Temple City High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
35.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Temple City High in?
Temple City High is part of Temple City Unified, based in Temple City, CA, which operates 9 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Temple City High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Arcadia High (1.7 mi), Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center (1.7 mi), Aveson Global Leadership Academy (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.