Very Good
#1834 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Santa Fe High
High School · Whittier Union High
10400 South Orr and Day Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Enrollment
1,880
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,880
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,834 of 9,539
In Santa Fe Springs
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Whittier Union High
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Santa Fe High
Santa Fe High is a public high school in Santa Fe Springs, CA, part of Whittier Union High. Santa Fe High serves approximately 1,880 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,834 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Fe High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Santa Fe High runs 24.1:1 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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Santa Fe High — Students at Santa Fe High score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How Santa Fe High Compares
See how Santa Fe 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
10400 South Orr and Day Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Fe High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lakeside Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Center Middle (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cresson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe Springs, see our Santa Fe Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 1.6 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,830
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
18,255
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Aragon High San Mateo, CA | 7.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| Capistrano Valley High Mission Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Edward R. Roybal Learning Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Fe High
What grades does Santa Fe High serve?
Santa Fe High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Santa Fe High?
Santa Fe High has an enrollment of approximately 1,880 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe High?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe High is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Fe High rank in CA?
Santa Fe High ranks #1,834 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Fe High's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Fe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Fe High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Fe High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Fe High a charter school?
No, Santa Fe High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Fe High a Title I school?
No, Santa Fe High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Fe High?
80.4% of students at Santa Fe 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
- 1,880
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (562) 698-8121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
Whittier Union High- District Enrollment
- 10,223
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,374
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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