Serving 1,307 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Hills 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon Hills High School's student population of 1,307 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Hills 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 Canyon Hills High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4837 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Hills High School's ranking?
Canyon Hills High School is ranked #4837 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Hills High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Canyon Hills High School?
1,307 students attend Canyon Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Canyon Hills High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Hills High School?
Canyon Hills High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Canyon Hills High School offer ?
Canyon Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Hills High School part of?
Canyon Hills High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Hills High School located?
Canyon Hills High School is located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Tierrasanta.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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