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#3698 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Coast High
High School · Huntington Beach Union High
17231 Gothard St., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,698 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#25 of 32
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Huntington Beach Union High
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Coast High
High School in Huntington Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Coast High
Coast High is a public high school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach Union High. Coast High serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Coast High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,698 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Coast High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Coast High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Coast High runs 22.6:1 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.
69% of students at Coast 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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Coast High — Students at Coast High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 8.8/10.
How Coast High Compares
See how Coast 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
17231 Gothard St., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coast High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ocean View High (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY-HUNTINGTON BEACH (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean View High Huntington Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Sycamore Creek Community Charter Huntington Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak View Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Golden View Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Mesa View Middle Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Lake View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Hope View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Westmont Elementary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Spring View Middle Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Prinberk High School Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Huntington Beach Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY-HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST BONAVENTURE Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Huntington Seacliff Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Circle View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,877
Median Home Value
$963,900
Median Rent
$2,400/mo
Population
58,794
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
43.6%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Foresthill High Foresthill, CA | 6.9 |
| Los Molinos High Los Molinos, CA | 6.9 |
| Maidu Virtual Charter Academy Auburn, CA | 6.9 |
| RIO HONDO PREPARATORY Arcadia, CA | 6.9 |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| TREE ACADEMY West Hollywood, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coast High
What grades does Coast High serve?
Coast High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Coast High?
Coast High has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coast High?
The student-teacher ratio at Coast High is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coast High rank in CA?
Coast High ranks #3,698 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Coast High's MySchoolScout rating?
Coast High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Coast High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coast High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Coast High a charter school?
No, Coast High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coast High a Title I school?
No, Coast High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coast High?
42.5% of students at Coast 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
- 181
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (714) 842-4227
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach Union High- District Enrollment
- 14,104
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,009
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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