Arroyo Grande High School

Arroyo Grande High School

Public High School | Grade 8-12
495 Valley Rd,  Arroyo Grande, CA
Lucia Mar Unified School District
4.0
3.4
1,976 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dan Neff
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
56%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
97
Full Time Teachers
97
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
55.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
10.9%
State Average
17.9%
Science
7.8%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
401:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.2%
Female
47.5%
White
49.9%
Hispanic
39.8%
Two or more races
5.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.5%
Black
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 352 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 258 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 239 Students
San Diego State University 227 Students
University of California - San Diego 218 Students
University of California - Berkeley 211 Students
Cuesta College 196 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 187 Students
University of California - Davis 170 Students
University of California - Irvine 159 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 133 Students
Business 128 Students
Biology 101 Students
Nursing 84 Students
Environmental Science 58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Computer Science 45 Students
Political Science and Government 37 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 37 Students
Architecture 35 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 245 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/10/2025
The most valuable thing I found about Arroyo Grande High School is the teachers. They provided the safety and the resources on campus that allowed me to thrive in the ways I have. I've been able to take AP classes and start clubs which are things I wouldn't have as expansive access to and feel safe doing without the amazing teachers. However I do feel there could be an expansion of inclusion throughout the entirety of the school. For example lack of gender neutral bathrooms which has lead to peers of mine feeling unsafe. Further lack of queer spaces that leave something of inclusivity to be longed for. My teachers though did provide the safety space that I desired the school to provide itself and I admire them greatly for it. They've given me a passion for education I didn't particularly have in the past.
4.0 Junior
12/16/2024
This school is good overall but there are a couple things that need to improve to make it better. This school needs to provide better restroom facilities because 1 open bathroom is not enough for a school of over 2,000 students. This school just needs to pay attention to the the students and listen to them.
4.0 Senior
4/30/2024
This school has been exposing me to great opportunities. All of the teachers in the AP courses are great. I feel that I have been properly prepared for the tests. The environment is fun too.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/14/2025
We are very happy with our Child's education at A.G. High. Safe area ,excellent teachers and a happy kid.
2.0 student
2/26/2025
This school fails to moderate the actions/behaviors of the students inside. Constant fights break out as well as sexual harrassment. The staff don't know what they're doing and whenever you try to report these issues, they'll openly admit they won't/can't do anything about it. All students (disabled...
3.0 student
8/22/2024
It's CRAZY how most of these ratings are outdated,so here is a fresh one(for now.) LayoutI find the 900s RIDICULOUS for any student is less than able. 8 minutes time to walk what seems like a longer distance than the track. My poor friend got so many 900s classes. She has to walk back and fourth. Th...
3.0 parent
9/5/2022
Unfortunately, this school is a product of this district. If you have a special needs child, this district is not for you. Have been lied to as the parent and my child manipulated beyond mere detriment in the district's goal not to provide warranted services - even qualify my very deserving autistic...

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Arroyo Grande High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Arroyo Grande, CA, in the Arroyo Grande neighborhood, and is served by the Lucia Mar Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,976 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 56% are proficient in reading. Arroyo Grande High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $1,032,216. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pacific View Academy, Lopez Continuation High School, Highland Preparatory School, and more. Learn more about what Arroyo Grande has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Arroyo Grande High School.

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