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#562 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 6% in state

Saratoga High

High School · Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High

20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070

Enrollment

1,198

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Saratoga

#5 of 9

public schools

California high schools

#87 of 1,892

In district

#2 of 2

Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High

Equity

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Saratoga High

Saratoga High is a public high school in Saratoga, CA, part of the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High. The school serves approximately 1,198 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 88% proficiency in math, 56 points above the state average and 92% in reading/language arts, 41 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $240,980, where 81% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Saratoga High

Sources: Wikipedia

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Saratoga High School is a public high school serving grades 9 through 12, located in Saratoga, California 1 . In 2021, the school was ranked as the No. 1 Best College Prep Public High School in California by Niche 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.1%
Reading/ELA Proficiency88.7%
Math vs. State Avg+56.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.8 pts
Overall Proficiency86%
Expected (poverty-adj.)72%
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.8Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation54.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,322

Saratoga High — Students at Saratoga High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.6%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 92.0%
School
State
51.5%

Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2024
Math
84.1%
ELA
88.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Saratoga High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in CA
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
5.8/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers

Location

20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saratoga High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lynbrook High (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby San Jose), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prospect High (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saratoga, see our Saratoga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Foothill Elementary Saratoga 0.3 mi 9.0
Saratoga Elementary Saratoga 0.7 mi 9.1
Argonaut Elementary Saratoga 0.8 mi 8.8
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Saratoga 0.7 mi 6.7
Redwood Middle Saratoga 0.8 mi 8.7
Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Saratoga 0.9 mi
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Saratoga 0.9 mi 6.2
Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga 1.6 mi 8.1
Christa McAuliffe Saratoga 2.1 mi 6.6
Marshall Lane Elementary Saratoga 1.8 mi 7.9
John Muir Elementary San Jose 2.4 mi 8.5
PRIMARY PLUS EL QUITO SCHOOL Saratoga 2.1 mi
Action Day Schools El Quito Saratoga 2.1 mi
Prospect High Saratoga 2.4 mi 7.7
Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose 2.7 mi 8.1
Brains Academy San Jose 2.9 mi
Axcellent Academy San Jose 2.9 mi
Tessellations Cupertino 2.8 mi
Rolling Hills Middle Los Gatos 2.4 mi 8.3
Lynbrook High San Jose 2.8 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$240,980

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

51.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Saratoga High has a median household income of $240,980. It is a well-educated community where 81% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 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
Estancia High Costa Mesa, CA 8.6
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Morro Bay High Morro Bay, CA 8.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saratoga High

What grades does Saratoga High serve?

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

How many students attend Saratoga High?

Saratoga High has an enrollment of approximately 1,198 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saratoga High?

The student-teacher ratio at Saratoga High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saratoga High rank in CA?

Saratoga High is ranked #562 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Saratoga High's MySchoolScout rating?

Saratoga High has a composite rating of 8.6 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 Saratoga High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Saratoga High has 87.6% math proficiency and 92.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Saratoga High a charter school?

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

Is Saratoga High a Title I school?

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

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

6.2% of students at Saratoga 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable
City Safety
Average (699/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Saratoga). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Santa Clara County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High
District Enrollment
3,183
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,719
District Rank
#2 of 2

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

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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