Santa Ana High School is the oldest and largest high school in Orange County, California, United States. The school was established in 1889.
Serving 2,505 students in grades 9-12, Santa Ana 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Ana High serves the northern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Ana High School's student population of 2,505 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana High School is 0.02, 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
#7138 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Hispanic
99%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Sammy & Sally Saint
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Ana High School's ranking?
Santa Ana High School is ranked #7138 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Ana High School often compared to?
Santa Ana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Ana High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Ana High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Santa Ana High School?
2,505 students attend Santa Ana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Santa Ana High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Ana High School?
Santa Ana High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Ana High School offer ?
Santa Ana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Ana High School part of?
Santa Ana High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Ana High School located?
Santa Ana High School is located in the Heninger Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Heninger Park.
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