Santana High School is a public high school in Santee, California. It is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
Serving 1,621 students in grades 9-12, Santana High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 1,621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Santana High School's student population of 1,621 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of Scholars and Champions
School Rankings
Santana High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santana High School is 0.60, 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
#2129 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santana High School's ranking?
Santana High School is ranked #2129 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santana High School often compared to?
Santana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santana High School?
The graduation rate of Santana High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santana High School?
1,621 students attend Santana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Santana High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santana High School?
Santana High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santana High School offer ?
Santana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santana High School part of?
Santana High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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