Serving 815 students in grades 9-12, Laguna Beach 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Laguna Beach High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 54.9 square miles in Laguna Beach, CA. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Laguna Beach High School's student population of 815 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
815 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1934
School Rankings
Laguna Beach 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 Laguna Beach High School is 0.45, 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
#1494 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Breakers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna Beach High School's ranking?
Laguna Beach High School is ranked #1494 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laguna Beach High School often compared to?
Laguna Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliso Niguel High School, Corona Del Mar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laguna Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Laguna Beach High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Laguna Beach High School?
815 students attend Laguna Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laguna Beach High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna Beach High School?
Laguna Beach High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laguna Beach High School offer ?
Laguna Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laguna Beach High School part of?
Laguna Beach High School is part of Laguna Beach Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed W-F
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed W-F
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed W-F
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed W-F
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed W-F
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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