ACALANES HIGH SCHOOL
Acalanes High is a public high school that is part of the Acalanes Union High school district, located in Lafayette, CA with about 1,377 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 68 teachers, Acalanes High has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Acalanes High School, located in Lafayette, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in the Acalanes Union High School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to excellence, the school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) and honors courses, preparing students for success at competitive universities and beyond. The school is characterized by a strong sense of community, supported by dedicated faculty and an active parent body that prioritizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.
Beyond the classroom, Acalanes provides a robust extracurricular experience designed to foster well-rounded students. The school boasts a rich tradition in athletics, as well as a diverse selection of clubs, performing arts programs, and leadership opportunities that encourage student engagement and school spirit. Nestled in a suburban setting in the East Bay, the campus serves as a central hub for the Lafayette community, emphasizing a culture of inclusivity, school pride, and long-term academic achievement.
For more information, contact Acalanes High at (925) 280-3970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lafayette, CA 94549-2623
(925) 280-3970
ACALANES HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Lafayette, CA with about 1,377 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Acalanes Union High
- Total Students:
- 1,377
- Teachers:
- 68
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,377 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ACALANES HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.2%
- Asian
- 12.2%
- Two or more races
- 8.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.