San Pasqual Valley High School is a high school in Winterhaven, California, near Yuma, Arizona. It is the only high school in the San Pasqual Valley Unified School District. It is also the only out-of-state member of the Arizona Interscholastic Association.
Serving 177 students in grades 9-12, San Pasqual Valley High School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Pasqual Valley High's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 1,422.1 square miles in Winterhaven, CA. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 60 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Pasqual Valley High School's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
San Pasqual Valley 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 San Pasqual Valley High School is 0.62, 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
#7085 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
34%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Pasqual Valley High School's ranking?
San Pasqual Valley High School is ranked #7085 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Pasqual Valley High School?
The graduation rate of San Pasqual Valley High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Pasqual Valley High School?
177 students attend San Pasqual Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of San Pasqual Valley High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Pasqual Valley High School?
San Pasqual Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Pasqual Valley High School offer ?
San Pasqual Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Pasqual Valley High School part of?
San Pasqual Valley High School is part of San Pasqual Valley Unified School District.
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