Serving 2,026 students in grades 7-12, La Canada High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 2,026 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
Minority Enrollment: 56%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
Math Proficiency
: 81% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 89% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 73% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
La Canada High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Canada High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
La Canada High School is ranked #117 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Canada High School often compared to?
La Canada High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Marino High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Canada High School?
The graduation rate of La Canada High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Canada High School?
2,026 students attend La Canada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of La Canada High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Canada High School?
La Canada High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Canada High School offer ?
La Canada High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is La Canada High School part of?
The teachers are all nice and supportive. They are very good at teaching the subjects, and the school offers a LOT of extracurricular activities. Tip: Don't read the reviews, most are biased.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Lucas
33/20/2020
The pressure of this school makes me cry, but at least they are trying to make it better.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Uh Oh
210/11/2010
I hate this school, the teachers are embarrassing, the education is the worst, the teachers do not explain anything and expect us to know everything. i Do NOT recommend this school for anyone who want a bright future i regret ever attending here in the first place.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - angel
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 2,026 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
Minority Enrollment: 56%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
Math Proficiency
: 81% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 89% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 73% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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