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#5727 of 9,539 schools in CA
Valley High
High School · Santa Ana Unified
1801 South Greenville St., Santa Ana, CA 92704
Enrollment
2,077
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,077
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,727 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#32 of 73
public schools
In district
#19 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Valley High
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About Valley High
Valley High is a public high school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Valley High serves approximately 2,077 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Valley High is a large school: 2,077 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Valley High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Valley High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Valley High — Students at Valley High score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.6%
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: 6.3/10.
How Valley High Compares
See how Valley 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
1801 South Greenville St., Santa Ana, CA 92704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hector G. Godinez (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Segerstrom High (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lorin Griset Academy (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Gerald P. Carr Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Diamond Elementary Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Hector G. Godinez Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Cristo Rey Orange County High School Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | — |
| McFadden Institute of Technology Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Lorin Griset Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Mater Dei High School Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Segerstrom High Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Jim Thorpe Fundamental Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Edward Russell Elementary Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Greenville Fundamental Elementary Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,249
Median Home Value
$641,600
Median Rent
$2,147/mo
Population
80,408
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| Arvin High Arvin, CA | 5.9 |
| Calabasas High Calabasas, CA | 5.9 |
| Central East High Fresno, CA | 5.9 |
| Deer Valley High Antioch, CA | 5.9 |
| East Union High Manteca, CA | 5.9 |
| Florin High Sacramento, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley High
What grades does Valley High serve?
Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley High?
Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 2,077 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley High is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley High rank in CA?
Valley High ranks #5,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valley High a charter school?
No, Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley High a Title I school?
No, Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley High?
79.6% of students at Valley 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
- 2,077
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (714) 241-6410
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #19 of 51
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