School Overview
King City High School, located at 720 Broadway St. in King City, California, serves as a central educational institution for the South Monterey County Joint Union High School District. As the primary high school for the local community, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum, including college-preparatory courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school maintains a diverse student body and emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates academic rigor with extracurricular engagement.

Beyond its core instruction, King City High School is deeply embedded in the local culture, serving as a hub for community activities, athletics, and school spirit. The campus offers various student organizations, clubs, and competitive sports programs, which help foster a sense of belonging and leadership among the student population. By focusing on both scholarly achievement and student development, the school strives to equip its graduates with the necessary skills and social awareness to contribute positively to the King City community and the broader workforce.
1,199
Total Students
54.2
Full-Time Teachers
22.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for King City High
Demographic Student Count
White85
Hispanic1,088
Asian16
Two or More5
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    1,088 (90.7%)
  • White
    85 (7.1%)
  • Asian
    16 (1.3%)
  • Two or More
    5 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.4%)
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: South Monterey County Joint Union High
Phone: (831)385-5461
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,199
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 912
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 73
Grades Taught
Grade 9 331
Grade 10 314
Grade 11 270
Grade 12 284

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for King City High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9331
Grade 10314
Grade 11270
Grade 12284
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for King City High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female56747.3%
Male63252.7%