San Clemente High School

San Clemente High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
700 AVENIDO PICO,  San Clemente, CA
Capistrano Unified School District
3.9
3.0
2,765 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Chris Carter
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
78%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
78%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
125
Full Time Teachers
125
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
29
Reading
29
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
73.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
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
19.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3.6%
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
1,474:1

Student Diversity

Male
50%
Female
49.7%
White
62.8%
Hispanic
27.4%
Two or more races
6.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#25 Best HS For Athletes in California
Source: Niche

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.
San Diego State University 508 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 487 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 450 Students
University of California - San Diego 446 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 426 Students
University of California - Berkeley 305 Students
University of Southern California 291 Students
University of California - Irvine 287 Students
University of California - Davis 262 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 248 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 366 Students
Psychology 219 Students
Biology 131 Students
Nursing 107 Students
Marketing 97 Students
Political Science and Government 91 Students
Computer Science 78 Students
Engineering 72 Students
Environmental Science 64 Students
Communications 62 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 385 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/18/2025
I love it because it has given me an opportunity to connect with my community and the people within it
4.0 Senior
12/29/2024
Overall San Clemente High School has provided me with a positive experience. The best part of my experience would include the sports culture with my involvement in the lacrosse and flag football programs. My worst experience is with the fact that SCHS does not offer IB SL Biology, making IB HL Biology extremely difficult.
5.0 Senior
12/13/2024
I really enjoyed my high school experience at San Clemente High School. I have a 504 for learning disabilities and the teachers I had were great at working with me. My English teacher in 10th grade was incredible. He gave me confidence and helped me learn without feeling dumb. The principal was the best!!! He was down to earth and treated us students like family. Unfortunately we got a new one this year but he is great as well. My counselor was always helpful and was always willing to help if I needed anything. I was on cheer for four years and loved being apart of my school. The worst part of my school is definitely the parking. The spaces are too small and you have to get to school early to get a good spot. Other than that I have nothing to complain about. I think the only changes they need to make is with the parking spaces and maybe having spots. I am so fortunate to have gone to San Clemente high school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 19 Reviews
1.0 student
6/6/2025
My experience was horrid. I was assaulted many many times and bullied all throughout my 4 years. I had no support and nobody would do anything about my situations so the problems would just keep continuing to happen. The learning was great but could have been expanded more to other cultures that are...
1.0 student
8/26/2020
Southern Orange County Coastal Feel. You'll survive if you are very careful about what your appearance is, your friends, etc.
2.0 parent
2/27/2020
Overall my experience with office staff and administration has been very Negative. Teachers are great, but I read another review about the girls soccer coaching staff which I strongly agree with. I brought my concern to the Athletic Director and he deferred to the coaching staff. The coaching leader...
5.0 student
9/17/2019
I love my school. I always feel like I have someone to talk to if I need help. Definitely 10/10

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San Clemente High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in San Clemente, CA and is served by the Capistrano Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 2,765 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 78% are proficient in reading. San Clemente High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 29. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bernice Ayer Middle School, Shorecliffs Middle School, Vista Del Mar Middle School, and more. Learn more about what San Clemente has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near San Clemente High School.

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