School Overview
Patrick Henry High School, located in the Del Cerro neighborhood of San Diego, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 within the San Diego Unified School District. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the campus is recognized for its diverse academic programs, which include a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and the specialized Engineering Academy. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, encouraging students to excel not only in the classroom but also through participation in its robust extracurricular offerings, such as the arts, clubs, and various academic honors societies.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Patrick Henry High School maintains a highly competitive athletic program, with teams frequently contending for league and regional titles. The campus acts as a central hub for the surrounding community, benefiting from active parental involvement and strong local support. With a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success—whether through university enrollment, vocational training, or military service—the school strives to provide a supportive environment that fosters both personal growth and civic responsibility.
2,485
Total Students
94.5
Full-Time Teachers
26.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Henry High
Demographic Student Count
White975
Hispanic783
Black142
Asian349
Two or More228
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    975 (39.3%)
  • Hispanic
    783 (31.5%)
  • Asian
    349 (14.1%)
  • Two or More
    228 (9.2%)
  • Black
    142 (5.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: San Diego Unified
Phone: (619)286-7700
Website: http://patrickhenryhs.net/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,485
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 766
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 269
Grades Taught
Grade 9 639
Grade 10 594
Grade 11 651
Grade 12 601

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Henry High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9639
Grade 10594
Grade 11651
Grade 12601
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Henry High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,22449.3%
Male1,25850.6%
Not Specified30.1%
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