Excellent
#99 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% 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
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#99 of 9,539
In Saratoga
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Saratoga High
Saratoga High is a public high school in Saratoga, CA, part of Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High. Saratoga High serves approximately 1,198 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Saratoga High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Saratoga High show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Saratoga High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Saratoga High — Students at Saratoga High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
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: 8.9/10.
How Saratoga High Compares
See how Saratoga 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
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 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby San Jose), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prospect High (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 | 9.1 |
| Saratoga Elementary Saratoga | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Argonaut Elementary Saratoga | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Saratoga | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Redwood Middle Saratoga | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| 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 | 8.9 |
| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Marshall Lane Elementary Saratoga | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| John Muir Elementary San Jose | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PRIMARY PLUS EL QUITO SCHOOL Saratoga | 2.1 mi | — |
| Action Day Schools El Quito Saratoga | 2.1 mi | — |
| Prospect High Saratoga | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| 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 | 8.0 |
| Lynbrook High San Jose | 2.8 mi | 9.4 |
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
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|---|---|
| Piedmont High Piedmont, CA | 9.3 |
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| California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley Duarte, CA | 9.1 |
| Linda Esperanza Marquez High A Hntngtn Park Inst of Appl Med Huntington Park, CA | 9.1 |
| Monta Vista High Cupertino, CA | 9.1 |
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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 ranks #99 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Saratoga High's MySchoolScout rating?
Saratoga High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Saratoga High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saratoga High has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (408) 867-3411
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High- District Enrollment
- 3,183
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,719
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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