Los Amigos High School, located in Fountain Valley, California, is one of seven high schools in the Garden Grove Unified School District. Los Amigos High School is located at the southeast corner of Newhope Street and Heil Ave and is one block east of Mile Square Park.
Serving 1,437 students in grades 9-12, Los Amigos High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Amigos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Amigos High School's student population of 1,437 students has declined by 16% 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
1,437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Los Amigos High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Amigos High School is 0.28, 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
#4455 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Amigos High School's ranking?
Los Amigos High School is ranked #4455 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Amigos High School often compared to?
Los Amigos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Amigos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Amigos High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Los Amigos High School?
1,437 students attend Los Amigos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Los Amigos High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Amigos High School?
Los Amigos High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Amigos High School offer ?
Los Amigos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Amigos High School part of?
Los Amigos High School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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