San Clemente High School

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San Clemente High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
700 AVENIDO PICO,  San Clemente, CA
Capistrano Unified School District
3.9
3.0
2,740 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Chris Carter
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
55%
Reading Proficiency
74%
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 Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
74%
Math Proficiency
55%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
116
Full Time Teachers
116
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
30
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

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
23%
State Average
19.4%
Science
16.5%
State Average
11.2%
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
51.4%
Female
48.4%
White
60.3%
Hispanic
27.8%
Two or more races
5.9%
Asian
1.7%
Filipino
<1%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#32 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 543 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 510 Students
Cal Poly 504 Students
University of California - San Diego 466 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 463 Students
University of California - Berkeley 319 Students
University of California - Irvine 292 Students
University of Southern California 288 Students
University of California - Davis 256 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 254 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 399 Students
Psychology 226 Students
Biology 146 Students
Nursing 118 Students
Marketing 113 Students
Political Science and Government 95 Students
Computer Science 74 Students
Engineering 68 Students
Finance 65 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 64 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 362 Reviews
4.0 Senior
12/6/2025
This school is challenging if you choose to take honors classes but not difficult at all if not. We have really good sports and a laid-back vibe, not too much diversity.
5.0 Senior
5/30/2025
It was okay i didn't like it very much due to mental problems myself I had to deal with throughout high school. I had a very challenging 4 years in high school due to family situation and mental health but I still am proud to say I am going to graduate and I am going to attend a 4 year university thanks to San Clemente high school.
4.0 Senior
3/25/2025
Overall, I've had a very good 4 years at San Clemente High school. The worth of academics for preparedness depends on your dedication. The teachers are all very good and do want to help the students. A few things that are annoying is that the school really prefers men's sports over women's, and that they do not care for or promote the arts non any capacity.
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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,740 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 55% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 74% 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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