La Costa Canyon High School is a public high school in Carlsbad, California. It is an International Baccalaureate World School and is part of the San Dieguito Union High School District, serving northwestern San Diego County.
Serving 1,774 students in grades 9-12, La Costa Canyon 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Costa Canyon High School's student population of 1,774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,774 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Blue, Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Costa Canyon 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 La Costa Canyon High School is 0.48, 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
#2219 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maverick
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Costa Canyon High School's ranking?
La Costa Canyon High School is ranked #2219 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Costa Canyon High School often compared to?
La Costa Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Dieguito High School Academy, Torrey Pines High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Costa Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of La Costa Canyon High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Costa Canyon High School?
1,774 students attend La Costa Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of La Costa Canyon High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Costa Canyon High School?
La Costa Canyon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Costa Canyon High School offer ?
La Costa Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Costa Canyon High School part of?
La Costa Canyon High School is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
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