Santa Ana Valley High School, also referred to as Valley High School is located at 1801 S. Greenville St. in Santa Ana, CA 92704. Valley High was built in 1959.
Serving 1,908 students in grades 9-12, 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 1,908 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,908 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
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 Valley High School is 0.06, 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
#8243 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Ana Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #8243 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hector G. Godinez, Santa Ana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
1,908 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Valley High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley High School located?
Valley High School is located in the Valley Adams neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Valley Adams.
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