Otay Ranch Senior High

1250 Olympic Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91913

www.sweetwaterschools.org

2,440 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Otay Ranch Senior High School, located in Chula Vista, California, is part of the Sweetwater Union High School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and rigorous college-preparatory programs. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to excel not only in their studies but also in their personal development as they prepare for higher education and future careers.

Beyond academics, Otay Ranch High School offers a vibrant campus culture characterized by a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive CIF sports, performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school is deeply rooted in the local community, frequently collaborating with families and community partners to enhance student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and holistic development, the institution strives to equip its graduates with the skills and character necessary to succeed in a global society.

2,440

Total Students

104.0

Full-Time Teachers

23.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Otay Ranch Senior High
Demographic	Student Count
White	294
Hispanic	1,215
Black	153
Asian	603
Two or More	157
American Indian	7
Pacific Islander	10

Hispanic
1,215 (49.8%)
Asian
603 (24.7%)
White
294 (12.1%)
Two or More
157 (6.4%)
Black
153 (6.3%)
Pacific Islander
10 (0.4%)
American Indian
7 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Sweetwater Union High
Phone:	(619)591-5000
Website:	http://www.sweetwaterschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,440
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	104.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	660
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	133

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 568

Grade 10 605

Grade 11 613

Grade 12 654

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Otay Ranch Senior High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	568
Grade 10	605
Grade 11	613
Grade 12	654

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Otay Ranch Senior High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	1,167	47.8%
Male	1,272	52.1%
Not Specified	1	0.1%

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