Serving 2,773 students in grades 9-12, Aliso Niguel High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aliso Niguel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Aliso Niguel High School's student population of 2,773 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aliso Niguel High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aliso Niguel High School is 0.66, 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
#358 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aliso Niguel High School's ranking?
Aliso Niguel High School is ranked #358 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aliso Niguel High School?
The graduation rate of Aliso Niguel High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Aliso Niguel High School?
2,773 students attend Aliso Niguel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Aliso Niguel High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aliso Niguel High School?
Aliso Niguel High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aliso Niguel High School offer ?
Aliso Niguel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aliso Niguel High School part of?
Aliso Niguel High School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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