School Overview
Valley Center High School, located in the rural community of Valley Center, California, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves university education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Valley Center High is a central hub for school spirit and community engagement. The school maintains a robust athletic program and a variety of student organizations, including visual and performing arts, leadership groups, and academic clubs. By balancing a rigorous academic focus with a commitment to student well-being and local traditions, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute positively to their community and the broader world.
1,075
Total Students
51.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valley Center High
Demographic Student Count
White221
Hispanic680
Black7
Asian20
Two or More63
American Indian84
  • Hispanic
    680 (63.3%)
  • White
    221 (20.6%)
  • American Indian
    84 (7.8%)
  • Two or More
    63 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    20 (1.9%)
  • Black
    7 (0.7%)
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: Valley Center-Pauma Unified
Phone: (760)751-5500
Website: http://vchs.vcpusd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,075
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 659
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 9 304
Grade 10 244
Grade 11 261
Grade 12 266

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Valley Center High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9304
Grade 10244
Grade 11261
Grade 12266
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Valley Center High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53449.7%
Male54150.3%