Serving 1,136 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: University Preparatory's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Victorville, CA, encompassing approximately 552 square miles. It typically takes families 20-30 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 13.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 29 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Preparatory's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,136 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
University Preparatory ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory is 0.48, 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
#934 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory's ranking?
University Preparatory is ranked #934 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Preparatory often compared to?
University Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend University Preparatory?
1,136 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of University Preparatory students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Preparatory?
University Preparatory has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Preparatory offer ?
University Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is University Preparatory part of?
University Preparatory is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the University Preparatory yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
VUHSD - Fall Break - No School!
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
VUHSD - Fall Break - No School!
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
VUHSD - Fall Break - No School!
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
VUHSD - Fall Break - No School!
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
VUHSD - Fall Break - No School!
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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