Top Rankings
William S. Hart Union High School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 14,538 students in William S. Hart Union High School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public high schools in California.
Public High Schools in William S. Hart Union High School District have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Public High School in William S. Hart Union High School District have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Saugus High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
16 Schools
2,817 Schools
# Students
20,653 Students
2,139,525 Students
# Teachers
941 Teachers
100,737 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
District Rank
William S. Hart Union High School District, which is ranked #307 of all 1,925 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 97% has increased from 94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#311 out of 1941 school districts
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%

Graduation Rate
97%
87%

Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.68
0.63
# American Indian Students
28 Students
10,468 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
2,823 Students
244,247 Students
% Asian Students
14%
11%
# Hispanic Students
9,309 Students
1,190,384 Students
% Hispanic Students
45%
56%
# Black Students
879 Students
110,575 Students
% Black Students
4%
5%
# White Students
6,649 Students
458,887 Students
% White Students
32%
22%
# Hawaiian Students
37 Students
9,060 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
923 Students
108,483 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
18
# Students in K Grade:
-
25,126
# Students in 1st Grade:
-
19,346
# Students in 2nd Grade:
-
19,826
# Students in 3rd Grade:
-
19,554
# Students in 4th Grade:
-
19,798
# Students in 5th Grade:
-
20,237
# Students in 6th Grade:
-
29,089
# Students in 7th Grade:
3,048
39,371
# Students in 8th Grade:
3,116
41,955
# Students in 9th Grade:
3,386
466,491
# Students in 10th Grade:
3,535
476,582
# Students in 11th Grade:
3,680
469,509
# Students in 12th Grade:
3,888
492,623
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $21,204 is higher than the state median of $19,974. The school district revenue/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $15,499 is less than the state median of $18,396. The school district spending/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$438 MM
$116,387 MM

Spending
$320 MM
$107,188 MM

Revenue / Student
$21,204
$19,974

Spending / Student
$15,499
$18,396

Best William S. Hart Union High School District Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy Of The Canyons
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd.
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 362-3056
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 362-3056
Grades: 9-12
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
West Ranch High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
26255 West Valencia Blvd.
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 222-1220
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 222-1220
Grades: 9-12
| 1,843 students
Rank: #33.
Valencia High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27801 North Dickason Dr.
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 294-1188
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 294-1188
Grades: 9-12
| 2,258 students
Rank: #44.
Saugus High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21900 Centurion Way
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 297-3900
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 297-3900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,295 students
Rank: #55.
Canyon High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19300 West Nadal St.
Canyon Country, CA 91351
(661) 252-6110
Canyon Country, CA 91351
(661) 252-6110
Grades: 9-12
| 1,966 students
Rank: #66.
William S. Hart High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24825 North Newhall Ave.
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 259-7575
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 259-7575
Grades: 9-12
| 1,930 students
Rank: #77.
Learning Post Academy (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24825 North Newhall Ave.
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 255-8338
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 255-8338
Grades: 7-12
| 363 students
Rank: #88.
Castaic High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31575 Valley Creek Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Grades: 9-12
| 1,193 students
Rank: #99.
Golden Valley High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27051 Robert C. Lee Pkwy.
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 298-8140
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 298-8140
Grades: 9-12
| 1,993 students
Rank: #1010.
Bowman (Jereann) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21508 Centre Pointe Pkwy.
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 253-4400
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 253-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 307 students
Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.

10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.