American High School is a public secondary school located in Fremont, California, United States. It is one of five public high schools within the Fremont Unified School District. The school receives its students through the American High School attendance area boundary set by the district.
Serving 2,618 students in grades 9-12, American High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American 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
School Overview
American High School's student population of 2,618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
White, Red, Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
42.79 acres (173,200 m2)
School Motto
Educate, Challenge, Inspire
School Rankings
American High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#325 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American High School's ranking?
American High School is ranked #325 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are American High School often compared to?
American High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irvington High School, Mission San Jose High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of American High School?
The graduation rate of American High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend American High School?
2,618 students attend American High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of American High School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American High School?
American High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American High School offer ?
American High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is American High School part of?
American High School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is American High School located?
American High School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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