San Clemente High School is a high school in southern Orange County, California, in the town of San Clemente. San Clemente High's attendance boundaries include the City of San Clemente and parts of Capistrano Beach and San Juan Capistrano. The school has approximately 3000 students.
Serving 2,740 students in grades 9-12, San Clemente High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Clemente High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
San Clemente High School's student population of 2,740 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Clemente High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Clemente High School is 0.56, 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
#1386 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Clemente High School's ranking?
San Clemente High School is ranked #1386 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Clemente High School often compared to?
San Clemente High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Juan Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Clemente High School?
The graduation rate of San Clemente High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Clemente High School?
2,740 students attend San Clemente High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of San Clemente High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Clemente High School?
San Clemente High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Clemente High School offer ?
San Clemente High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Clemente High School part of?
San Clemente High School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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