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Nipomo High

Lucia Mar Unified · San Luis Obispo County · 525 North Thompson Road, Nipomo, CA 93444-9086

(805) 474-3300 · www.nhstitans.org/

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7/10
#479
Rank 479 out of 1,227
Top 39%
English Language Arts7/10 · #450 · 63rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #589 · 52nd percentile
Science7/10 · #471 · 64th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Nipomo High sits in one of San Luis Obispo County's quieter, more agricultural corners — a small-town feel that's refreshingly removed from the coastal tourist bustle, yet still within easy reach of the Central Coast's beaches and wine country. The school holds its own academically, with particular strength in English and science, and tends to attract families who appreciate a tighter-knit community where kids aren't just a number. It's a solid choice for families putting down roots in Nipomo who want a well-rounded high school experience without the intensity of more competitive suburban districts.

Student Demographics

185 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
112 (61%)
White
59 (32%)
Multiple Races
7 (4%)
Other
7 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners25 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged130 (70%)
Students with Disabilities24 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

819
Enrollment
44.5
Teachers (FTE)
18.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3.2
Administrators (FTE)
28.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

96.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

14
AP Courses
offered
20.1%
AP Participation
of students
179
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Titans · CIF Central Section

25
varsity sports
10 boys
11 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Beach Volleyball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Football (11 person)Golf (Boys)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1965 · 11th percentile

9 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found