Santa Fe High School

Santa Fe High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
10400 Orr and Day Rd,  Santa Fe Springs, CA
Whittier Union High School District
3.9
4.7
1,954 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kevin Jamero
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
79
Full Time Teachers
79
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
540
Average ACT
21
Math
21
English
20
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
49.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
19.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
5.6%
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
394:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Hispanic
90.9%
White
5.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Black
1.1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#59 Best Magnet HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP 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 - Long Beach 606 Students
California State University, Fullerton 599 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 575 Students
University of California - Irvine 560 Students
University of California - San Diego 398 Students
University of Southern California 349 Students
University of California - Berkeley 348 Students
San Diego State University 314 Students
University of San Francisco 281 Students
San Francisco State University 270 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 199 Students
Psychology 189 Students
Nursing 177 Students
Biology 174 Students
Computer Science 84 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 73 Students
Criminology 72 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 68 Students
Sociology 63 Students
Mechanical Engineering 55 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 482 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/1/2025
Something that can be improved is voicing more about opportunities even if students may not seem interested because a lot of the times some students don't here about those opportunities until it is too late.
4.0 Junior
4/24/2025
It is a really great school, with great access to academics , and many different organizations. I, personally, am part of the girl's volleyball program and I have loved every moment of it. I have had some issues with certain teachers but other than that I have had a great 3 years here. The food has much room for improvement but I understand that there are certain restrictions that schools must abide to.
5.0 Senior
10/8/2024
My overall experience has been eventful. There were many ways to stay busy and I loved our sports environment. Our school really valued the culture of our chieftain and involvement. The culture may seem small but it really made high school experience unique. Everyone on campus are always very supportive of each other and everyone's constant participation. There is so much to do on and off of our campus.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/24/2013
My husband and I graduated from Santa Fe High in "87" my son "2012" and my daughter "2013 and I have a freshmen this year. I personally had a great experience at this high school and I am glad my kids were able to experience what a Great School Santa Fe High is.
5.0 parent
5/2/2013
santa fe high school its a god school and im happy my son goes here
4.0 other
11/5/2012
I graduated from SFHS in 1959. I was a member of the Varsity Club and was active in several sports. My Class size was 365 at graduation. As the school was fairly new we did not have a "staid" faculty and most of them didn't know their subjects very well. But they had good hearts and did their best,...

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Santa Fe High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Santa Fe Springs, CA, in the Santa Fe Springs neighborhood, and is served by the Whittier Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,954 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Santa Fe 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 3.48, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $789,232. Discover additional schools in the area, like Downey High School, Warren High School, Norwalk High School, and more. Learn more about what Santa Fe Springs has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Santa Fe High School.

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