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Best Anaheim Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public high schools serving 15,937 students in Anaheim, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Anaheim, CA are Cambridge Virtual Academy, Canyon High School and Canyon Hills. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anaheim, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Anaheim have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Anaheim, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canyon High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Anaheim, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
830 South Dale St.
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 999-7757
Gr: 7-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Canyon High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
220 South Imperial Hwy.
Anaheim, CA 92807
(714) 532-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Canyon Hills
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
260 South Imperial Hwy.
Anaheim, CA 92807
(714) 997-6171
Gr: K-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Epic California Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 South Anaheim Blvd. Ste. 1
Anaheim, CA 92805
(657) 220-1000
Gr: K-12 | 1,022 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Magnolia High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2450 West Ball Rd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 220-4221
Gr: 9-12 | 1,608 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Western High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
501 South Western Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 220-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,446 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Savanna High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
301 North Gilbert St.
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 220-4262
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Katella High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2200 East Wagner Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 999-3621
Gr: 9-12 | 2,326 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Orange County Workforce Innovation High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
505 North Euclid St.
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 576-2714
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Loara High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1765 West Cerritos Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 999-3677
Gr: 9-12 | 1,539 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Anaheim High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
811 West Lincoln Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 999-3717
Gr: 9-12 | 2,667 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Polaris High School
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 West Ball Rd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 220-3077
Gr: 7-12 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1313.
Gilbert High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Ball Rd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 999-3738
Gr: 9-12 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
North Orange County Rop
Vocational School
385 North Muller St.
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 502-5800
Gr: 7-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Anaheim, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Anaheim, CA include Cambridge Virtual Academy, Canyon High School and Canyon Hills.
How many public high schools are located in Anaheim?
14 public high schools are located in Anaheim.
What is the racial composition of students in Anaheim?
Anaheim public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Anaheim are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Anaheim include: Savanna High School vs. Anaheim High School, Katella High School vs. Anaheim High School

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