Canyon Hills High School is a public high school in the community of Tierrasanta in San Diego, California. Previously known as Junipero Serra High School, it was named for JunÃpero Serra, a Spanish missionary who founded Mission San Diego and other settlements in what is now California.
Serving 1,236 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Hills 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon Hills High School's student population of 1,236 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1976
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
We embrace our diverse community and promote equity, inclusion, respect, and self-advocacy.
School Rankings
Canyon Hills 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 Canyon Hills High School is 0.75, 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
#4226 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rattlers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Hills High School's ranking?
Canyon Hills High School is ranked #4226 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Hills High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Canyon Hills High School?
1,236 students attend Canyon Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Canyon Hills High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Hills High School?
Canyon Hills High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Hills High School offer ?
Canyon Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Hills High School part of?
Canyon Hills High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Hills High School located?
Canyon Hills High School is located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Tierrasanta.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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