Antelope Valley High School is located in Lancaster, California, and is part of the Antelope Valley Union High School District, in northernmost Los Angeles County, California. It was founded in 1912 and had its first graduating class in 1912.
Serving 1,498 students in grades 9-12, Antelope Valley 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 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Antelope Valley High School's student population of 1,498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Antelope Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antelope Valley High School is 0.52, 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
#9168 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
30%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Antelope Valley Union High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Antelopes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antelope Valley High School's ranking?
Antelope Valley High School is ranked #9168 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Antelope Valley High School often compared to?
Antelope Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia High School, West Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Antelope Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Antelope Valley High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Antelope Valley High School?
1,498 students attend Antelope Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Antelope Valley High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antelope Valley High School?
Antelope Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Antelope Valley High School offer ?
Antelope Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Antelope Valley High School part of?
Antelope Valley High School is part of Antelope Valley Union High School District.
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