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Antelope Valley High
High School · Antelope Valley Union High
44900 North Division St., Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
1,512
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,512
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,069 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#11 of 47
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
Antelope Valley Union High
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Antelope Valley High
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About Antelope Valley High
Antelope Valley High is a public high school in Lancaster, CA, part of Antelope Valley Union High. Antelope Valley High serves approximately 1,512 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Antelope Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,069 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Antelope Valley High show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Antelope Valley High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Antelope Valley High runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Antelope Valley High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Antelope Valley High — Students at Antelope Valley High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Antelope Valley High Compares
See how Antelope Valley High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
44900 North Division St., Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Antelope Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Phoenix High Community Day (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert Winds Continuation High (rated 3.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Empower Generations (rated 3.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Winds Continuation High Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Linda Verde Elementary Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| League of Angels Learning Center Lancaster | 0.6 mi | — |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Phoenix High Community Day Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Seton, Inc. Lancaster | 0.7 mi | — |
| Piute Middle Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 0.9 mi | — |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster | 0.9 mi | — |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.9 mi | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Grace Lutheran Elementary Lancaster | 1.0 mi | — |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| RISE Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| The Leadership Academy Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| LANCASTER-MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL INC. Lancaster | 1.1 mi | — |
| Empower Generations Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Antelope Valley High
What grades does Antelope Valley High serve?
Antelope Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Antelope Valley High?
Antelope Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 1,512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Antelope Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Antelope Valley High is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Antelope Valley High rank in CA?
Antelope Valley High ranks #7,069 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Antelope Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Antelope Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Antelope Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Antelope Valley High has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Antelope Valley High a charter school?
No, Antelope Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Antelope Valley High a Title I school?
No, Antelope Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Antelope Valley High?
78.9% of students at Antelope Valley High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (661) 948-8552
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Antelope Valley Union High- District Enrollment
- 21,737
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,984
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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