Santiago High School is a high school located in Garden Grove, California, and is a member of the Garden Grove Unified School District. The school's athletic teams are known as the Cavaliers.
Serving 1,664 students in grades 9-12, Santiago High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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: 1,664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santiago High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santiago High School's student population of 1,664 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming teaching and learning so that all students have the foundation for academic excellence and personal success.
School Rankings
Santiago High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santiago High School is 0.28, 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
#3878 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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: Cavalier
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago High School's ranking?
Santiago High School is ranked #3878 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santiago High School?
The graduation rate of Santiago High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santiago High School?
1,664 students attend Santiago High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Santiago High School students are Hispanic, 13% 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 Santiago High School?
Santiago High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santiago High School offer ?
Santiago High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santiago High School part of?
Santiago High School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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