Canyon Crest Academy is a public high school in San Diego, California. Founded in 2004, the school is part of San Dieguito Union High School District and is located in Pacific Highlands Ranch, a residential suburb neighborhood of San Diego.
Serving 2,147 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Crest Academy ranks in the top 1% 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 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Crest Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Encinitas, CA, encompassing approximately 122.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 7.8 miles and the furthest edge located 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Crest Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Canyon Crest Academy's student population of 2,147 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,147 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Crest Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Crest Academy 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
#72 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
46%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Raven
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Crest Academy's ranking?
Canyon Crest Academy is ranked #72 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon Crest Academy often compared to?
Canyon Crest Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Torrey Pines High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Crest Academy?
The graduation rate of Canyon Crest Academy is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Canyon Crest Academy?
2,147 students attend Canyon Crest Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Canyon Crest Academy students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Crest Academy?
Canyon Crest Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Crest Academy offer ?
Canyon Crest Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Crest Academy part of?
Canyon Crest Academy is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Crest Academy located?
Canyon Crest Academy is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of Encinitas, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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