Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Coast Union High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coast Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Coast Union High School's student population of 159 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Coast Union High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coast Union High School is 0.35, 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
#1911 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bronco
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coast Union High School's ranking?
Coast Union High School is ranked #1911 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coast Union High School?
The graduation rate of Coast Union High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coast Union High School?
159 students attend Coast Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Coast Union High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coast Union High School?
Coast Union High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coast Union High School offer ?
Coast Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Coast Union High School part of?
Coast Union High School is part of Coast Unified School District.
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