Serving 1,944 students in grades 9-12, Fullerton Union High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fullerton Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fullerton Union High School's student population of 1,944 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fullerton Union High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fullerton Union High School is 0.54, 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
#625 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fullerton Union High School's ranking?
Fullerton Union High School is ranked #625 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fullerton Union High School often compared to?
Fullerton Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunny Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fullerton Union High School?
The graduation rate of Fullerton Union High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fullerton Union High School?
1,944 students attend Fullerton Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fullerton Union High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fullerton Union High School?
Fullerton Union High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fullerton Union High School offer ?
Fullerton Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fullerton Union High School part of?
Fullerton Union High School is part of Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
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