Citrus Valley High School is a high school in the Redlands Unified School District in Redlands, California, located in San Bernardino County. Citrus Valley High School is Redlands' fifth high school in its district, but third conventional public high school in the district. It was founded on August 12, 2009.
Serving 2,206 students in grades 9-12, Citrus Valley 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citrus Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Citrus Valley High School's student population of 2,206 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Motto
C.L.A.S.S., which stands for Character, Leadership, Attitude, Scholarship, and Service.
School Rankings
Citrus Valley 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 Citrus Valley High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#2064 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Valley High School's ranking?
Citrus Valley High School is ranked #2064 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Citrus Valley High School often compared to?
Citrus Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redlands East Valley High School, Redlands Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Citrus Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Citrus Valley High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Citrus Valley High School?
2,206 students attend Citrus Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Citrus Valley High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Valley High School?
Citrus Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Citrus Valley High School offer ?
Citrus Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Citrus Valley High School part of?
Citrus Valley High School is part of Redlands Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Citrus Valley High School located?
Citrus Valley High School is located in the Northwest Redlands neighborhood of Redlands, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Northwest Redlands.
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