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De Anza High

High School · West Contra Costa Unified

5000 Valley View Rd., Richmond, CA 94803

Enrollment

1,103

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,101 of 9,539

In Richmond

#8 of 31

public schools

In district

#20 of 52

West Contra Costa Unified

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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De Anza High

5.7/10

High School in Richmond · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Valley View Elementary

4.0/10

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About De Anza High

De Anza High is a public high school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. De Anza High serves approximately 1,103 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. De Anza High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for De Anza High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at De Anza 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.8 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation31.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,205
Chronic Absenteeism43%

De Anza High — Students at De Anza High score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 20.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
8.3%
ELA
27.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How De Anza High Compares

See how De Anza High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in CA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
31.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5000 Valley View Rd., Richmond, CA 94803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering De Anza High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinole Valley High (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby El Sobrante), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley View Elementary Richmond 0.3 mi 4.0
Murphy Elementary El Sobrante 0.5 mi 4.2
La Cheim School, El Sobrante El Sobrante 0.5 mi
LA CHEIM SCHOOL, INC. El Sobrante 0.6 mi
Sheldon Elementary Richmond 0.5 mi 3.7
Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante 0.8 mi
El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante 0.9 mi
EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante 0.9 mi 6.6
Wildcat Canyon Community School El Sobrante 0.9 mi
Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole 1.2 mi 5.7
Stewart Elementary Pinole 1.4 mi 6.2
Olinda Elementary El Sobrante 1.3 mi 5.6
Pinole Valley High Pinole 1.5 mi 6.9
Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante 1.3 mi
SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante 1.3 mi
Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante 1.5 mi 5.7
PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 1.6 mi
Pinole Middle Pinole 2.1 mi 5.9
West County Mandarin Pinole 2.1 mi 8.9
Collins Elementary Pinole 2.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,075

Median Home Value

$729,000

Median Rent

$2,295/mo

Population

27,588

College Educated

40.4%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

36.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about De Anza High

What grades does De Anza High serve?

De Anza High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend De Anza High?

De Anza High has an enrollment of approximately 1,103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at De Anza High?

The student-teacher ratio at De Anza High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does De Anza High rank in CA?

De Anza High ranks #6,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is De Anza High's MySchoolScout rating?

De Anza High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 De Anza High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, De Anza High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is De Anza High a charter school?

No, De Anza High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is De Anza High a Title I school?

No, De Anza High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Anza High?

74.0% of students at De Anza 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Contra Costa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.0%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

West Contra Costa Unified
District Enrollment
25,575
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,205
District Rank
#20 of 52

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