Serving 1,647 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Costa Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La Costa Canyon High School's student population of 1,647 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of La Costa Canyon High School is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Costa Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of La Costa Canyon High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend La Costa Canyon High School?
1,647 students attend La Costa Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of La Costa Canyon High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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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