Serving 2,147 students in grades 9-12, Steele Canyon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steele Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Steele Canyon High School's student population of 2,147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steele Canyon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steele Canyon 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
#2817 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steele Canyon High School's ranking?
Steele Canyon High School is ranked #2817 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Steele Canyon High School often compared to?
Steele Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valhalla High School, Helix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steele Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Steele Canyon High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Steele Canyon High School?
2,147 students attend Steele Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Steele Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steele Canyon High School?
Steele Canyon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Steele Canyon High School offer ?
Steele Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Steele Canyon High School part of?
Steele Canyon High School is part of Steele Canyon High School District.
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