School Overview
Santa Clara High School, located on Benton Street in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Santa Clara Unified School District. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its effort to prepare students for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce. With a diverse student body, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, with a variety of extracurricular activities, such as athletics, visual and performing arts, and student leadership programs.

Beyond its academic offerings, Santa Clara High School prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community culture, often referred to by the school's mascot as the "Bruin spirit." The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing the development of well-rounded students who are prepared to be engaged citizens. Through its focus on innovation, tradition, and student success, the school maintains a strong reputation for cultivating a dynamic learning environment that reflects the technological and collaborative spirit of the surrounding Santa Clara region.
1,663
Total Students
87.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Santa Clara High
Demographic Student Count
White309
Hispanic639
Black43
Asian557
Two or More94
American Indian7
Pacific Islander10
  • Hispanic
    639 (38.5%)
  • Asian
    557 (33.6%)
  • White
    309 (18.6%)
  • Two or More
    94 (5.7%)
  • Black
    43 (2.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    10 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.4%)
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: Santa Clara Unified
Phone: (408)423-2600
Website: http://santaclara.santaclarausd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,663
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 87.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 375
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Grade 9 387
Grade 10 368
Grade 11 425
Grade 12 483

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Santa Clara High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9387
Grade 10368
Grade 11425
Grade 12483
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Santa Clara High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female79347.7%
Male86652.1%
Not Specified40.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)