Laguna Beach High School is a 4-year public high school located in Laguna Beach, California. It is the only high school in the Laguna Beach Unified School District. It was established in 1934 and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 815 students in grades 9-12, Laguna Beach 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Laguna Beach High School's student population of 815 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
815 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1934
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Laguna Beach 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 Laguna Beach High School is 0.45, 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
#1494 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Breakers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna Beach High School's ranking?
Laguna Beach High School is ranked #1494 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laguna Beach High School often compared to?
Laguna Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliso Niguel High School, Corona Del Mar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laguna Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Laguna Beach High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laguna Beach High School?
815 students attend Laguna Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laguna Beach High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna Beach High School?
Laguna Beach High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laguna Beach High School offer ?
Laguna Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laguna Beach High School part of?
Laguna Beach High School is part of Laguna Beach Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Laguna Beach High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School 2026
August 20, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed M-W
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed M-W
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall/Thanksgiving Break - School Sites Closed All Week - District Office Closed M-W
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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