San Juan Hills High School is a high school located in San Juan Capistrano, California, and it is the sixth high school of the Capistrano Unified School District.
Serving 2,641 students in grades 9-12, San Juan Hills 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 2,641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Juan Hills High serves the southwest part of San Juan Capistrano, CA, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Juan Hills 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
San Juan Hills High School's student population of 2,641 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,641 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
San Juan Hills 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 San Juan Hills High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1341 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Juan Hills High School's ranking?
San Juan Hills High School is ranked #1341 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Juan Hills High School often compared to?
San Juan Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Clemente High School, Tesoro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Juan Hills High School?
The graduation rate of San Juan Hills High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend San Juan Hills High School?
2,641 students attend San Juan Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of San Juan Hills High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Juan Hills High School?
San Juan Hills High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Juan Hills High School offer ?
San Juan Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Juan Hills High School part of?
San Juan Hills High School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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