Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Coast Union 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coast Union High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, serving an area of approximately 346.3 square miles in Cambria, CA, with typical drives to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and distances to the zone's edge averaging 9.7 miles, reaching up to 27.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coast Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Coast Union High School's student population of 159 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Coast Union High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coast Union High School is 0.35, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1911 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Bronco
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coast Union High School's ranking?
Coast Union High School is ranked #1911 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Coast Union High School often compared to?
Coast Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morro Bay High School, Atascadero High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coast Union High School?
The graduation rate of Coast Union High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Coast Union High School?
159 students attend Coast Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Coast Union High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coast Union High School?
Coast Union High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coast Union High School offer ?
Coast Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Coast Union High School part of?
Coast Union High School is part of Coast Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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