Excellent
#693 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Fountain Valley High
High School · Huntington Beach Union High
17816 Bushard, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Enrollment
3,130
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,130
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#693 of 9,539
In Fountain Valley
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Huntington Beach Union High
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Fountain Valley High
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About Fountain Valley High
Fountain Valley High is a public high school in Fountain Valley, CA, part of Huntington Beach Union High. Fountain Valley High serves approximately 3,130 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fountain Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #693 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fountain Valley High show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Fountain Valley High is a large school: 3,130 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Fountain Valley High runs 26.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Fountain Valley High — Students at Fountain Valley High score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Fountain Valley High Compares
See how Fountain 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
17816 Bushard, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fountain Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ethan B. Allen Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Masuda (Kazuo) Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fountain Valley, see our Fountain Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Vista High Fountain Valley | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| SLATER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fountain Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER Fountain Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Fountain Valley | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| My First Montessori Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cox (James H.) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Ethan B. Allen Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Vista View Middle Fountain Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| John Marshall Elementary Westminster | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Westmont Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,797
Median Home Value
$1,018,600
Median Rent
$2,507/mo
Population
56,358
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
43.7
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| Evergreen Valley High San Jose, CA | 8.6 |
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| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton, CA | 8.6 |
| Redlands Senior High Redlands, CA | 8.6 |
| San Juan Hills High San Juan Capistrano, CA | 8.6 |
| Clovis North High Fresno, CA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fountain Valley High
What grades does Fountain Valley High serve?
Fountain Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fountain Valley High?
Fountain Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 3,130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fountain Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Fountain Valley High is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fountain Valley High rank in CA?
Fountain Valley High ranks #693 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fountain Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Fountain Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Fountain Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fountain Valley High has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fountain Valley High a charter school?
No, Fountain Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fountain Valley High a Title I school?
No, Fountain Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fountain Valley High?
51.0% of students at Fountain 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 119
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (714) 962-3301
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach Union High- District Enrollment
- 14,104
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,009
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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