About Us
Here's to you Point Loma High School
Lifting high our voice in praise
We'll honor thee and loyal be
Throughout all our days
Spread far the fame of her fair name,
Wave again the dear old banner,
Unto blue skies we proclaim
HAIL!
Point Loma High!
Dedicated in 1925, Point Loma High School is the third largest of 16 high schools in the San Diego Unified School District and carries a tradition of pride and excellence. Point Loma is a four year comprehensive high school serving grades 9-12 with a wide range of courses, including fine academic programs, extensive elective offerings, and excellent extracurricular opportunities. Our ethnically diverse student population of approximately 2000 students who come primarily from the Point Loma community. Approximately 35 percent come from a variety of neighborhoods to participate in specialized programs, such as, the Voluntary Ethnic Enrollment Program (VEEP), the Choice Program, the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program or the Seminar Program.
Point Loma has received a six-year accreditation in May 2003, by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
The Community:
Point Loma is a peninsula community. Because of its proximity to the water the area has a sport fishing industry, yacht clubs, and numerous military establishments. Point Loma is known for its historic Cabrillo lighthouse, spectacular ocean views, and various recreational activities. Nearly 67,000 residents live on "the Point," with houses ranging from multi-million dollar estates to small, single-family beach bungalows. Within the area are ten elementary schools (seven public, three private), two middle schools, and one senior high school. The success of Point Loma High School is a credit to the entire community. Parents, staff, community members, and alumni dedicate much of their time and energy to support the school.
Facilities:
The compact campus is situated on 13.5 acres nestled in the Loma Portal section of Point Loma, an area of well-maintained homes and small businesses. The original school (dedicated in 1925) was first rebuilt in 1976, and a state of the art science facility was completed in 1994. Our library/media center is fully equipped with wireless and desktop computers with Internet access provided for online research. The Media Center houses a large collection of both reference and circulation books. All classrooms are computer capable.
Faculty:
We have over 100 fully credentialed faculty. Approximately 60 percent of our teachers have completed the equivalent of a master's degree or higher. We also have over 35 classified employees.