Serving 1,801 students in grades 9-12, Santiago High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santiago High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santiago High School's student population of 1,801 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Cavalier
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Santiago High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santiago High School is 0.28, 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
#3954 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago High School's ranking?
Santiago High School is ranked #3954 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santiago High School?
The graduation rate of Santiago High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santiago High School?
1,801 students attend Santiago High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Santiago High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santiago High School?
Santiago High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santiago High School offer ?
Santiago High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santiago High School part of?
Santiago High School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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