Arroyo Valley High School is a public high school established in 2001 inside the San Bernardino City Unified School District, located in the City of San Bernardino, California.
Serving 2,730 students in grades 9-12, Arroyo Valley 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arroyo Valley High School's student population of 2,730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Black, White, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arroyo Valley 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 Arroyo Valley High School is 0.13, 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
#6846 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Valley High School's ranking?
Arroyo Valley High School is ranked #6846 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Valley High School often compared to?
Arroyo Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cajon High School, Indian Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arroyo Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Arroyo Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arroyo Valley High School?
2,730 students attend Arroyo Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arroyo Valley High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arroyo Valley High School?
Arroyo Valley High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Valley High School offer ?
Arroyo Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arroyo Valley High School part of?
Arroyo Valley High School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arroyo Valley High School located?
Arroyo Valley High School is located in the Carvedale neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Carvedale.
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