Serving 2,065 students in grades 9-12, La Quinta High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Quinta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
La Quinta High School's student population of 2,065 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Aztec
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
La Quinta High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Quinta High School is 0.39, 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
#837 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 La Quinta High School's ranking?
La Quinta High School is ranked #837 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Quinta High School often compared to?
La Quinta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Quinta High School?
The graduation rate of La Quinta High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Quinta High School?
2,065 students attend La Quinta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of La Quinta High School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Quinta High School?
La Quinta High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Quinta High School offer ?
La Quinta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Quinta High School part of?
La Quinta High School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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Last Day of School (Events)
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers (Events)
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for APs (Events)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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