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Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polaris High School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
623 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polaris High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris High School is 0.33, 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
#8068 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bees
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ASBRSVP
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- CVA will develop young scholars into compassionate innovators, critical thinkers, and problem solvers who will lead and succeed in all levels of society.
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris High School's ranking?
Polaris High School is ranked #8068 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polaris High School?
The graduation rate of Polaris High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Polaris High School?
623 students attend Polaris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Polaris High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polaris High School?
Polaris High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Polaris High School offer ?
Polaris High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Polaris High School part of?
Polaris High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Polaris High School located?
Polaris High School is located in the Hermosa Village neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Hermosa Village.
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