Grossmont Middle College High School is a high school in San Diego County, California. Founded in 2001, GMCHS is located on the Grossmont College campus and is run entirely by two teachers, a secretary and a counselor.
Serving 37 students in grades 11-12, Grossmont Middle College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grossmont Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Grossmont Middle College High School's student population of 37 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grossmont Middle College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grossmont Middle College High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1285 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Griffin (unofficial)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grossmont Middle College High School's ranking?
Grossmont Middle College High School is ranked #1285 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Grossmont Middle College High School often compared to?
Grossmont Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grossmont Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Grossmont Middle College High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grossmont Middle College High School?
37 students attend Grossmont Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Grossmont Middle College High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grossmont Middle College High School?
Grossmont Middle College High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grossmont Middle College High School offer ?
Grossmont Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Grossmont Middle College High School part of?
Grossmont Middle College High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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