Anderson Union High School is a high school in Anderson, California.
Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Anderson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Anderson High School's student population of 567 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
3
School Rankings
Anderson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2317 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cub
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson High School's ranking?
Anderson High School is ranked #2317 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Anderson High School often compared to?
Anderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley Early College High School, Anderson New Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Anderson High School?
567 students attend Anderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Anderson High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson High School?
Anderson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Anderson High School offer ?
Anderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Anderson High School part of?
Anderson High School is part of Anderson Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson High School located?
Anderson High School is located in the Cascade neighborhood of Anderson, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Cascade.
School Reviews
5 5/30/2015
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