83-800 Airport Blvd.
Thermal, CA 92274
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Coachella Valley High School serves 2,745 students in grades 9-12.
Coachella Valley High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,745 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Coachella Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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School Overview

Coachella Valley High School's student population of 2,745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,745 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
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School Rankings

Coachella Valley High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Coachella Valley High School is 0.02, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
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State Level (CA)
Overall Testing Rank
#2587 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
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American Indian
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n/a
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Asian
n/a
12%
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Hispanic
99%
56%
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Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
22%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.02
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Graduation Rate
84%
85%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coachella Valley High School's ranking?

Coachella Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%).

What schools are Coachella Valley High School often compared to?

Coachella Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Quinta High School by visitors of our site.

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).

What is the graduation rate of Coachella Valley High School?

The graduation rate of Coachella Valley High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.

How many students attend Coachella Valley High School?

2,745 students attend Coachella Valley High School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

99% of Coachella Valley High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Coachella Valley High School?

Coachella Valley High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.

What grades does Coachella Valley High School offer ?

Coachella Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12

What school district is Coachella Valley High School part of?

Coachella Valley High School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.

School Reviews

4   6/16/2022
CVHS has greatly improved in the past 10 years. There are multiple academies (Agriculture, Public Service, Hospitality, CISCO, Digital Design, Health, Business); there is a strong AVID team, and there are over 50 clubs and student organizations. 13 different AP courses are offered: English Language, English Literature, European History, United States History, Government, Macroeconomics, Environmental Science, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Psychology, Spanish Language and Spanish Literature. The sports teams are winning division titles and advancing in CIF annually. The Visual and Performing Arts department is traveling around the country and participating in festivals and competitions for marching band, concert band, Colorguard, dance team, and fine arts. There is an annual musical hosted by the drama, dance, and choral teachers. The school has opened up a Wellness Center for mental health support. Overall there have been a lot of changes that I have seen since my kids started at the school.
- Posted by Parent - CV Mom
2   12/6/2014
The quality of the education isn't so great, other schools in the valley provide better education. Many teachers do not teach what they have to and just watch videos in class. Although there are also good teachers. The counselors only pay attention to the top of the class students.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - examp

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,745 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 84% (Btm 50%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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