La Habra High School is a public co-educational high school located in the Orange County, California city of La Habra. Located between the Coyote Hills to the south and Puente Hills to the north, LHHS opened in 1954 and graduated its first class in 1956.
Serving 1,977 students in grades 9-12, La Habra High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,977 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Habra High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La Habra High School's student population of 1,977 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Habra High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Habra High School is 0.30, 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
#4181 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Highlanders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Habra High School's ranking?
La Habra High School is ranked #4181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Habra High School often compared to?
La Habra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonora High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Habra High School?
The graduation rate of La Habra High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Habra High School?
1,977 students attend La Habra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of La Habra High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Habra High School?
La Habra High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Habra High School offer ?
La Habra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Habra High School part of?
La Habra High School is part of Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
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