American High

2,618 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

American High School, located in Fremont, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in the Fremont Unified School District. Known for its strong academic culture and commitment to college readiness, the school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state. It offers a diverse and rigorous curriculum that includes an extensive range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career technical education pathways, and a variety of elective programs designed to challenge high-achieving students while supporting those who need additional guidance.

Beyond the classroom, American High fosters a vibrant campus life characterized by a wide array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, competitive robotics teams, and numerous student-led clubs. The school community is noted for its cultural diversity and inclusive atmosphere, which encourages students to engage in collaborative learning and leadership development. With a dedicated faculty and a strong network of parent and community support, American High provides a comprehensive educational experience aimed at preparing students for success in higher education and the global workforce.

2,618

Total Students

103.8

Full-Time Teachers

25.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for American High
Demographic	Student Count
White	175
Hispanic	285
Black	40
Asian	2,000
Two or More	100
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	11

Asian
2,000 (76.5%)
Hispanic
285 (10.9%)
White
175 (6.7%)
Two or More
100 (3.8%)
Black
40 (1.5%)
Pacific Islander
11 (0.4%)
American Indian
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Fremont Unified
Phone:	(510)796-1776
Website:	http://fremontunified.org/american/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,618
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	103.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	440
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	213

* 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 9 657

Grade 10 727

Grade 11 615

Grade 12 619