Cypress High School is a public high school in the city of Cypress, California. It was founded in 1973 and serves grades 9 through 12. Cypress is one of eight high schools in the Anaheim Union High School District.
Serving 2,705 students in grades 9-12, Cypress High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cypress High School's student population of 2,705 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cypress High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress High School is 0.72, 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
#1496 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roman Centurion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress High School's ranking?
Cypress High School is ranked #1496 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cypress High School often compared to?
Cypress High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress High School?
The graduation rate of Cypress High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cypress High School?
2,705 students attend Cypress High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Cypress High School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress High School?
Cypress High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cypress High School offer ?
Cypress High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cypress High School part of?
Cypress High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
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