Katella High School is a public high school in Anaheim, California, located in the Southeast Anaheim region of the city and is part of the Anaheim Union High School District. It serves 2,700 students in grades nine through twelve. The school's mascot is the Knights.
Serving 2,326 students in grades 9-12, Katella 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 96% 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: 2,326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katella High School's student population of 2,326 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Black, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katella 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 Katella High School is 0.19, 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
#6388 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katella High School's ranking?
Katella High School is ranked #6388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Katella High School often compared to?
Katella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anaheim High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Katella High School?
The graduation rate of Katella High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Katella High School?
2,326 students attend Katella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Katella High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katella High School?
Katella High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katella High School offer ?
Katella High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Katella High School part of?
Katella High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Katella High School located?
Katella High School is located in the Southeast Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast Anaheim.
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