Serving 1,763 students in grades 9-12, Santa Paula 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 top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 58%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Paula High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santa Paula High School's student population of 1,763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Santa Paula High School is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Santa Paula High School often compared to?
Santa Paula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Paula High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Paula High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Santa Paula High School?
1,763 students attend Santa Paula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Santa Paula High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Paula High School?
Santa Paula High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Paula High School offer ?
Santa Paula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Paula High School part of?
Santa Paula High School is part of Santa Paula Unified School District.
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