Fullerton Union High

201 East Chapman Ave.
Fullerton, CA 92832

1,880 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Fullerton Union High School (FUHS), located in the heart of downtown Fullerton, is one of the oldest and most historic high schools in Southern California. Established in 1893, the campus is known for its distinctive architecture, including the landmark Plummer Auditorium, which serves as a cultural hub for both the school and the surrounding community. As a cornerstone of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District, the school maintains a rich tradition of academic rigor, competitive athletics, and a strong sense of school spirit, often referred to as the "Indian" pride.

Beyond its academic offerings, Fullerton Union is highly regarded for its robust performing arts programs and specialized academies, such as the Academy of the Arts. The school provides a diverse learning environment that encourages student involvement in a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from championship-caliber sports teams to various clubs and community service organizations. By blending its deep historical roots with modern educational practices, Fullerton Union High continues to foster a comprehensive high school experience that prepares students for both higher education and professional life.

1,880

Total Students

72.2

Full-Time Teachers

26.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

62.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fullerton Union High
Demographic	Student Count
White	320
Hispanic	1,265
Black	18
Asian	142
Two or More	120
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
1,265 (67.7%)
White
320 (17.1%)
Asian
142 (7.6%)
Two or More
120 (6.4%)
Black
18 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)
American Indian
1 (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:	Fullerton Joint Union High
Phone:	(714)626-3801
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,880
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	72.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	26.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	921
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	259

* 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 9 501

Grade 10 482

Grade 11 456

Grade 12 441