Valhalla High

1725 Hillsdale Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019

valhalla.guhsd.net/

1,728 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Valhalla High School, located in El Cajon, California, is a prominent member of the Grossmont Union High School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular culture. The campus is known for its "Norseman" school spirit and offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Valhalla emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded educational experience. The school boasts a competitive athletics program and a wide range of student clubs, performing arts, and service organizations that foster community engagement and leadership skills. By prioritizing both scholarly achievement and student involvement, Valhalla High strives to maintain a supportive campus environment that encourages students to excel personally and academically as they transition toward their post-secondary goals.

1,728

Total Students

73.6

Full-Time Teachers

23.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

69.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valhalla High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,140
Hispanic	367
Black	30
Asian	122
Two or More	61
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	6

White
1,140 (66.0%)
Hispanic
367 (21.2%)
Asian
122 (7.1%)
Two or More
61 (3.5%)
Black
30 (1.7%)
Pacific Islander
6 (0.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Grossmont Union High
Phone:	(619)593-5300
Website:	http://valhalla.guhsd.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,728
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	828
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	372

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 413

Grade 10 426

Grade 11 425

Grade 12 464