Serving 2,229 students in grades 9-12, Adelanto 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adelanto High School's student population of 2,229 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,229 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Adelanto High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adelanto High School is 0.46, 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
#7499 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%

Hispanic
71%
56%

Black
20%
5%

White
3%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
87%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Adelanto High School's ranking?
Adelanto High School is ranked #7499 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adelanto High School often compared to?
Adelanto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silverado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adelanto High School?
The graduation rate of Adelanto High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Adelanto High School?
2,229 students attend Adelanto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Adelanto High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adelanto High School?
Adelanto High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adelanto High School offer ?
Adelanto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Adelanto High School part of?
Adelanto High School is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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