COAST UNION HIGH SCHOOL

Coast Union High is a public high school that is part of the Coast Unified school district, located in Cambria, CA with about 191 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Coast Union High has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Coast Union High School, located in the coastal town of Cambria, California, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community within the Coast Unified School District. Nestled in a scenic area known for its proximity to the Pacific coast and the Santa Rosa Creek, the school emphasizes a tight-knit, supportive environment typical of small-town education. It is known for fostering close relationships between students, staff, and the surrounding Cambria community, providing a personalized academic experience that is often characteristic of rural or semi-rural high schools.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and vocational pathways, while frequently taking advantage of its unique location to integrate local environmental and community-based learning. Despite its modest size, Coast Union High prides itself on maintaining a well-rounded program that includes athletics, extracurricular clubs, and academic support services, aiming to cultivate well-adjusted, responsible citizens within the idyllic setting of San Luis Obispo County.

For more information, contact Coast Union High at (805) 927-3889 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.