Santa Clara High School is a comprehensive, co-educational, public high school located in Santa Clara, California, United States. It is one of five high schools in the Santa Clara Unified School District.
Serving 1,663 students in grades 9-12, Santa Clara High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 1,663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Clara High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Santa Clara High School's student population of 1,663 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We graduate lifelong learners who aspire to improve themselves and the world.
School Rankings
Santa Clara High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Clara High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1802 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Clara High School's ranking?
Santa Clara High School is ranked #1802 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Clara High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Clara High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Clara High School?
1,663 students attend Santa Clara High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Santa Clara High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Clara High School?
Santa Clara High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Clara High School offer ?
Santa Clara High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Clara High School part of?
Santa Clara High School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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