Valencia High School is a public secondary school located in the neighborhood of Valencia in the city of Santa Clarita, California, United States. It is a part of the William S. Hart Union High School District. Valencia High School is ranked in Newsweek's 2012 list of America's Best High Schools.
Serving 2,258 students in grades 9-12, Valencia High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Valencia High School's student population of 2,258 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valencia High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1279 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vick The Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia High School's ranking?
Valencia High School is ranked #1279 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valencia High School often compared to?
Valencia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ranch High School, Saugus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valencia High School?
The graduation rate of Valencia High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valencia High School?
2,258 students attend Valencia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Valencia High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valencia High School?
Valencia High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valencia High School offer ?
Valencia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valencia High School part of?
Valencia High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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