Serving 578 students in grades 9-12, San Lorenzo Valley High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Lorenzo Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Lorenzo Valley High School's student population of 578 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to prepare our students to meet the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo Valley High School is 0.35, 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
#2718 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Lorenzo Valley High School's ranking?
San Lorenzo Valley High School is ranked #2718 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Lorenzo Valley High School often compared to?
San Lorenzo Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotts Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Lorenzo Valley High School?
The graduation rate of San Lorenzo Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Lorenzo Valley High School?
578 students attend San Lorenzo Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of San Lorenzo Valley High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Lorenzo Valley High School?
San Lorenzo Valley High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Lorenzo Valley High School offer ?
San Lorenzo Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Lorenzo Valley High School part of?
San Lorenzo Valley High School is part of San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District.
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