Serving 2,054 students in grades 9-12, La Habra High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Habra High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La Habra High School's student population of 2,054 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Habra High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Habra High School is 0.31, which is less 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
#4685 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
82%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Habra High School's ranking?
La Habra High School is ranked #4685 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Habra High School often compared to?
La Habra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonora High School, Fullerton Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Habra High School?
The graduation rate of La Habra High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Habra High School?
2,054 students attend La Habra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of La Habra High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Habra High School?
La Habra High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Habra High School offer ?
La Habra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Habra High School part of?
La Habra High School is part of Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
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