Serving 1,094 students in grades 9-12, Valley Center 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley Center High School's student population of 1,094 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Center 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 Valley Center High School is 0.56, 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
#5982 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
7%
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 Valley Center High School's ranking?
Valley Center High School is ranked #5982 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Center High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Center High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Center High School?
1,094 students attend Valley Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Valley Center High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Center High School?
Valley Center High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Center High School offer ?
Valley Center High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley Center High School part of?
Valley Center High School is part of Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District.
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