Aliso Niguel High School, which is part of the Capistrano Unified School District, is located in the city of Aliso Viejo, California. Most of its students reside in the communities of Aliso Viejo and Laguna Niguel.
Serving 2,563 students in grades 9-12, Aliso Niguel High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aliso Niguel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Aliso Niguel High School's student population of 2,563 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aliso Niguel High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aliso Niguel High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aliso Niguel High School's ranking?
Aliso Niguel High School is ranked #796 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aliso Niguel High School?
The graduation rate of Aliso Niguel High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aliso Niguel High School?
2,563 students attend Aliso Niguel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Aliso Niguel High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aliso Niguel High School?
Aliso Niguel High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aliso Niguel High School offer ?
Aliso Niguel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aliso Niguel High School part of?
Aliso Niguel High School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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