Terra Nova High

1450 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044

tnhs.juhsd.net

740 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Terra Nova High School, located in Pacifica, California, serves as a prominent public secondary institution within the Jefferson Union High School District. Perched on the scenic coast of San Mateo County, the school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic experience. Terra Nova offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, balancing rigorous college-preparatory coursework with various elective programs, including career technical education and visual and performing arts.

Beyond the classroom, Terra Nova High fosters a vibrant school spirit characterized by active student government, a wide array of extracurricular clubs, and a competitive athletic program. The school places a high value on inclusivity and personal growth, aiming to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to navigate an evolving global society. By leveraging its unique coastal location and its dedicated faculty, the school strives to create a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue their passions and contribute positively to their local community.

740

Total Students

37.0

Full-Time Teachers

20.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Terra Nova High
Demographic	Student Count
White	310
Hispanic	211
Black	7
Asian	91
Two or More	109
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
310 (42.2%)
Hispanic
211 (28.7%)
Two or More
109 (14.8%)
Asian
91 (12.4%)
Black
7 (1.0%)
American Indian
4 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
3 (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:	Jefferson Union High
Phone:	(650)550-7600
Website:	http://tnhs.juhsd.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	740
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	108
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* 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 9 234

Grade 10 161

Grade 11 167

Grade 12 178