Saddleback High School is a six-year IB secondary school located in Santa Ana, California, United States, and is part of the Santa Ana Unified School District. The school was established in 1967. Its mascot is the roadrunner, and its colors are green, gold, and white.
Serving 1,451 students in grades 7-12, Saddleback 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saddleback High School's student population of 1,451 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Roadrunner colors
School Rankings
Saddleback High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saddleback High School is 0.08, 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
#6306 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saddleback High School's ranking?
Saddleback High School is ranked #6306 out of 9,523 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saddleback High School?
The graduation rate of Saddleback High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Saddleback High School?
1,451 students attend Saddleback High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Saddleback High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saddleback High School?
Saddleback High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Saddleback High School offer ?
Saddleback High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Saddleback High School part of?
Saddleback High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Saddleback High School located?
Saddleback High School is located in the South Coast Metro neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Coast Metro.
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