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#5530 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santa Ana High
High School · Santa Ana Unified
520 West Walnut, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Enrollment
2,853
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,853
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,530 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#28 of 73
public schools
In district
#16 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Santa Ana High
Santa Ana High is a public high school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Santa Ana High serves approximately 2,853 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Ana High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,530 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Ana High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Santa Ana High is a large school: 2,853 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.
Santa Ana High runs 21.8:1 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.
30% of students at Santa Ana 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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Santa Ana High — Students at Santa Ana High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
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: 6.4/10.
How Santa Ana High Compares
See how Santa Ana 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
520 West Walnut, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Ana High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OCSA (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nova Academy Early College High (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | — |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | — |
| Heroes Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Willard Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$608,300
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
48,272
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anaheim High Anaheim, CA | 6.0 |
| Centennial High Bakersfield, CA | 6.0 |
| Ceres High Ceres, CA | 6.0 |
| Golden Valley High Merced, CA | 6.0 |
| Hoover High San Diego, CA | 6.0 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Ana High
What grades does Santa Ana High serve?
Santa Ana High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Santa Ana High?
Santa Ana High has an enrollment of approximately 2,853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Ana High?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Ana High is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Ana High rank in CA?
Santa Ana High ranks #5,530 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Ana High's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Ana High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Santa Ana High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Ana High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Ana High a charter school?
No, Santa Ana High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Ana High a Title I school?
No, Santa Ana High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Ana High?
76.4% of students at Santa Ana 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
- 2,853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 131
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (714) 567-4900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #16 of 51
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