Fullerton Union High School serves students in ninth to twelfth grades. Referred to as 'The Heart of Fullerton', the school is a beautiful and historic institution with a great school community that embodies a rich tradition of programs and opportunities for its 1,915 students.
Located on the corner of Chapman and Lemon, this beautiful, Spanish colonial style campus features open courtyards and mature trees. Founded in 1893, Fullerton Union High School was the second school in Orange County with popular alumni including President Richard Nixon and Leo Fender. At its founding, the school was only large enough to house eight students—the size of the first year's enrollment.
Although Fullerton Union High School ranks lower than the national average in mathematics, the school consistently ranks in the top 5% in graduation rate. The institution has a student-to-teacher ratio of 26-to-1, which is higher than the national average.
Fullerton Union High School is home to many academic, co-curricular and extracurricular programs which include a variety of STEM programs like computer science, agriculture science and the STEM Academy. Fullerton Union High School is also known for athletics, as the Fullerton Indians regularly win baseball championships.
Fullerton Union High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
201 E Chapman Ave,
Fullerton, CA
Fullerton Joint Union High School District
School Details
Head of School
Rani Goyal
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
26%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
96%
Niche Grade
B+
A
A-
B-
C+
B-
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
26%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
75
Full Time Teachers
75
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
600
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
64.4%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
14.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
9.4%
State Average
9.9%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
479:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.3%
Female
49.1%
Hispanic
66.6%
White
17.3%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6%
Black
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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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.
California State University - Fullerton
429 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
315 Students
University of California - Irvine
312 Students
Fullerton College
290 Students
University of California - San Diego
259 Students
California State University - Long Beach
223 Students
University of Southern California
204 Students
University of California - Berkeley
187 Students
San Diego State University
182 Students
University of California - Davis
176 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
129 Students
Psychology
127 Students
Biology
99 Students
Nursing
72 Students
Political Science and Government
57 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
50 Students
Criminology
48 Students
Computer Science
41 Students
Sociology
40 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/12/2024
Fullerton Union High School has helped me greatly with my academics. The teachers are passionate about what they do and seem genuinely inspired to teach students. Some students are ill-behaved, but it is a minority. I would like to see the mascot change because I believe it is racist.
7/17/2024
Fullerton Union High School was an overall amazing school. Teachers were extremely helpful and friendly along with admin. I was prepared and passed every AP test I took. Teachers are always willing to help and give further instruction if needed. The campus is beyond beautiful and inviting as well.
10/3/2022
There are many resources available to students from the school and district. It is very helpful to prepare students for their futures.
GreatSchools Reviews
12/1/2023
Fullerton Union High School is an excellent school that serves a diverse population. From the arts to the academics, students will get the support that they need. The campus is beautiful and the school spirit is positive. I am happy to have my child attend this school because they will be ready for...
8/24/2018
Wonderful! We are happy with our choice to send our child here. The Arts Academy is why we chose FUHS. The parental involvement is amazing. The overall school culture is positive. If your student wants to take AP/Honors classes they are available plus they have an IB program too. Their brand new Art...
10/25/2013
Fullerton Union High School has been a wonderful experience for our daughter. As a lover of theater, she was given great opportunities to hone her craft. Excelent staff and a beautiful campus.
10/24/2013
Fullerton Union High School is a very diverse school. My daughter attended all four years. Our family has no regrets. The diversity comes from both the multicultured student body as well as the variety of classes and clubs offered. In addition to the Academy of the Arts, Culinary Academy, Agri-Scien...
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Attendance Zone
About Downtown Fullerton
List Price Range
$337K - $1.1M
Homes For Sale
1
Average Home Value
$854,767
Median Lot Size
6,534 Sq Ft
% Renters
75%
Household Income
$95,793
% of College Grads
33.5%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,180 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
91.3%
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Parks in this Area
Plaza Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Ford Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Lemon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Independence Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Playground
Richman Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Amerige Park
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