Channel Islands High School is a secondary school located in Oxnard, California, United States. The school is part of the Oxnard Union High School District. CIHS had a student population of 2,596 during the 2018–19 school year.
Serving 2,380 students in grades 9-12, Channel Islands High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Channel Islands High School's student population of 2,380 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower, Achieve, Excel
School Rankings
Channel Islands High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Channel Islands High School is 0.17, 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
#7854 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider Sam
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Channel Islands High School's ranking?
Channel Islands High School is ranked #7854 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Channel Islands High School often compared to?
Channel Islands High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hueneme High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Channel Islands High School?
The graduation rate of Channel Islands High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Channel Islands High School?
2,380 students attend Channel Islands High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Channel Islands High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Channel Islands High School?
Channel Islands High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Channel Islands High School offer ?
Channel Islands High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Channel Islands High School part of?
Channel Islands High School is part of Oxnard Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Channel Islands High School located?
Channel Islands High School is located in the College Estates neighborhood of Oxnard, CA.
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