Serving 1,030 students in grades 9-12, Estancia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estancia High School's student population of 1,030 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Colors
Red, Gold, Cardinal
School Rankings
Estancia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estancia High School is 0.30, 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
#5283 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estancia High School's ranking?
Estancia High School is ranked #5283 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Estancia High School often compared to?
Estancia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Costa Mesa High School, Newport Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estancia High School?
The graduation rate of Estancia High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Estancia High School?
1,030 students attend Estancia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Estancia High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estancia High School?
Estancia High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Estancia High School offer ?
Estancia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Estancia High School part of?
Estancia High School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Estancia High School located?
Estancia High School is located in the Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mesa Verde.
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