Serving 3,286 students in grades 9-12, Fountain Valley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain Valley 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
Fountain Valley High School's student population of 3,286 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fountain Valley High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain Valley High School is 0.61, 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
#50 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Fountain Valley High School's ranking?
Fountain Valley High School is ranked #50 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fountain Valley High School often compared to?
Fountain Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster High School, Ocean View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fountain Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Fountain Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fountain Valley High School?
3,286 students attend Fountain Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Fountain Valley High School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain Valley High School?
Fountain Valley High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fountain Valley High School offer ?
Fountain Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fountain Valley High School part of?
Fountain Valley High School is part of Huntington Beach Union High School District.
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