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Lompoc High

High School · Lompoc Unified

PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438

Enrollment

1,649

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,886 of 9,539

In Lompoc

#6 of 19

public schools

In district

#4 of 15

Lompoc Unified

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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6.3/10

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About Lompoc High

Lompoc High is a public high school in Lompoc, CA, part of Lompoc Unified. Lompoc High serves approximately 1,649 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lompoc High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,886 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Lompoc High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lompoc 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation14.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,050
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Lompoc High — Students at Lompoc High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
40%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
15.2%
ELA
29.7%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Lompoc High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
14.7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·35 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

PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lompoc High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cabrillo High (rated 6.6/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Maple High (rated 6.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lompoc, see our Lompoc schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc 0.4 mi
La Canada Elementary Lompoc 0.4 mi 4.8
Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Santa Maria 0.5 mi 5.2
Lompoc Valley Middle Lompoc 0.8 mi 5.6
Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc 0.7 mi 3.8
LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc 0.9 mi 4.4
La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc 0.9 mi
LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc 0.8 mi 5.8
La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc 1.1 mi 4.8
Miguelito Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi 4.6
Mission Valley Lompoc 1.1 mi 7.1
Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi 6.8
Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi 4.4
Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc 1.6 mi 6.2
Maple High Lompoc 3.3 mi 6.1
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc 3.9 mi
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Lompoc 3.8 mi 5.2
Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc 4.3 mi 5.7
Cabrillo High Lompoc 4.5 mi 6.6
Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc 7.3 mi 7.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lompoc High

What grades does Lompoc High serve?

Lompoc High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lompoc High?

Lompoc High has an enrollment of approximately 1,649 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lompoc High?

The student-teacher ratio at Lompoc High is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lompoc High rank in CA?

Lompoc High ranks #4,886 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Lompoc High's MySchoolScout rating?

Lompoc High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Lompoc High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lompoc High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lompoc High a charter school?

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

Is Lompoc High a Title I school?

No, Lompoc High is not currently a Title I school.

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

77.7% of students at Lompoc 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
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
85 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,649
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Lompoc Unified
District Enrollment
8,955
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,050
District Rank
#4 of 15

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