Serving 2,726 students in grades 9-12, Lancaster 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 2,726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7533 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #7533 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lancaster High School often compared to?
Lancaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quartz Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
2,726 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lancaster High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Antelope Valley Union High School District.
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