Serving 1,060 students in grades 9-12, Cabrillo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cabrillo High serves the northwest part of Lompoc, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 94 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 5.2 miles, reaching up to 11.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cabrillo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cabrillo High School's student population of 1,060 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,060 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
RESPECT, INTEGRITY, RESPONSIBILITY...
School Rankings
Cabrillo 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 Cabrillo High School is 0.64, 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
#2912 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Conquistadores
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cabrillo High School's ranking?
Cabrillo High School is ranked #2912 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cabrillo High School often compared to?
Cabrillo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lompoc High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cabrillo High School?
The graduation rate of Cabrillo High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Cabrillo High School?
1,060 students attend Cabrillo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cabrillo High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cabrillo High School?
Cabrillo High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cabrillo High School offer ?
Cabrillo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cabrillo High School part of?
Cabrillo High School is part of Lompoc Unified School District.
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