Very Good
#2959 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 31% 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
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,732
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Clara
#13 of 23
public schools
California high schools
#540 of 1,892
In district
#15 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Santa Clara High
Santa Clara High serves 1,732 students in grades 9-12 with a solid 8.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating, placing it in the 88th percentile among California high schools. The school maintains a manageable 18.8-to-1 student-teacher ratio with 92 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Academically, Santa Clara High demonstrates strong performance in English Language Arts, with 73% of students scoring proficient or above across grade levels.
Math scores show room for growth at 45% proficient or above, presenting opportunities for continued academic development. The school's overall academic score of 8.3 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student achievement. The campus is located at 3000 Benton Street in the heart of Santa Clara, serving a highly educated and affluent community where 70% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding neighborhood boasts a median household income of $177,365 and a low poverty rate of 5.6%, creating a supportive environment for educational success. Santa Clara High operates within a mid-size city setting that combines suburban comfort with proximity to Silicon Valley's innovation hub, offering students access to both academic resources and real-world career opportunities in the region's thriving technology sector.
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 8 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: 9.0/10.
How Santa Clara High Compares
See how Santa Clara High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 41% (2019) to 45.1% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 70% (2019) to 72.65% (2024).
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. Millikin Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowers Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sutter Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably 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 | 6.3 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| 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 | 8.4 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| 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 | 7.2 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Santa Clara High has a median household income of $185,632. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,623,600, with a median rent of $3,054/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln High Testville, CA | 7.2 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara, CA | 7.2 |
| Benicia High Benicia, CA | 7.2 |
| Burroughs High Burbank, CA | 7.2 |
| Castaic High Castaic, CA | 7.2 |
| Christopher High Gilroy, CA | 7.2 |
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 is ranked #2959 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Santa Clara High's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Clara High has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Santa Clara High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Santa Clara High has 46.1% math proficiency and 70.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (408) 423-2600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #15 of 28
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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