Excellent
#1467 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Santa Clara High
High School · Santa Clara Unified
3000 Benton St., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
1,732
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,732
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,467 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#11 of 23
public schools
In district
#14 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Santa Clara High
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About Santa Clara High
Santa Clara High is a public high school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Santa Clara High serves approximately 1,732 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Clara High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Clara High show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Santa Clara High — Students at Santa Clara High score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.3%
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: 9.1/10.
How Santa Clara High Compares
See how Santa Clara 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
3000 Benton St., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Clara High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millikin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sutter Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
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|---|---|
| Alhambra High Alhambra, CA | 8.1 |
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| Ann Sobrato High Morgan Hill, CA | 8.1 |
| Arroyo High El Monte, CA | 8.1 |
| Bonita High San Dimas, CA | 8.1 |
| Clovis West High Fresno, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Clara High
What grades does Santa Clara High serve?
Santa Clara High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Santa Clara High?
Santa Clara High has an enrollment of approximately 1,732 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara High?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara High is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Clara High rank in CA?
Santa Clara High ranks #1,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Clara High's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Clara High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Clara High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Clara High has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Clara High a charter school?
No, Santa Clara High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Clara High a Title I school?
No, Santa Clara High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Clara High?
26.3% of students at Santa Clara 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
- 1,732
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (408) 423-2600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #14 of 28
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