Capistrano Union High School

Capistrano Union High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
31422 Camino Capistrano,  San Juan Capistrano, CA
Capistrano Unified School District
4.5
4.2
136 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rich Bellante
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.21
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
C-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.21
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
12
Full Time Teachers
12
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
0%
State Average
17.9%
Science
0%
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
109:1

Student Diversity

Male
60%
Female
40%
Hispanic
70.7%
White
24%
Two or more races
5.3%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Saddleback College 12 Students
University of California - Irvine 5 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 4 Students
University of California - San Diego 3 Students
California State University, Fullerton 3 Students
San Diego State University 2 Students
University of San Diego 2 Students
University of San Francisco 2 Students
California State University - San Marcos 2 Students
Santa Clara University 2 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 5 Students
Business 2 Students
Nursing 2 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 2 Students
Marketing 2 Students
Criminology 2 Students
Biology 1 Students
Communications 1 Students
Aerospace Engineering 1 Students
Anthropology 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 4 Reviews
5.0 NicheUser
1/10/2014
This school has been the most amazing school I have ever been too. They have the most welcoming teachers, and students. Everyone is so friendly and there is such a variety of people. All of us are different yet we all get along so well, and that is what makes this school so unique and amazing.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 4 Reviews
2.0 parent
10/22/2012
Counselors and a very few of the administrative staff need much to be desired. It was a GREAT thing that Ms.. ...... retired. Until contact with her, my children and family previously experienced competant, engaged, energetic, motivated reliable, knowledgeable experieces with other school administra...
5.0 parent
4/18/2012
It is unfair to compare Junipero Serra High School to other high schools. Kids go here who have been unsuccessful in a regular high school setting. The classes are limited, but the teachers are dedicated to assuring these kids get a strong, basic education so they can move forward with their lives....
5.0 parent
1/30/2012
JSerra has been an amazing school for my son. He gets personal attention, and extra help from all of his teachers whenever he asks. They truly take an interest in how well he's doing and are proactive about his education, not reactive. The sports he's played so far have been rewarding, and the coach...
5.0 student
2/26/2010

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Capistrano Union High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in San Juan Capistrano, CA, in the San Juan Capistrano neighborhood, and is served by the Capistrano Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 136 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Capistrano Union High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.21, and the graduation rate is 95%. The average home value in this area is $1,692,087. Discover additional schools in the area, like California Preparatory Academy, Capistrano Valley High School, Dana Hills High School, and more. Learn more about what San Juan Capistrano has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Capistrano Union High School.

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