SAN CLEMENTE HIGH SCHOOL
San Clemente High is a public high school that is part of the Capistrano Unified school district, located in San Clemente, CA with about 3,026 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 120 teachers, San Clemente High has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.
San Clemente High School, located in the coastal city of San Clemente, California, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in the Capistrano Unified School District. Known as the home of the "Tritons," the school occupies a significant campus on Avenida Pico and is widely recognized for its strong sense of community spirit and its reputation for both academic and extracurricular excellence. It serves a diverse student body from the surrounding beachside community, fostering an environment that emphasizes college preparation and personal development.
Beyond its academic curriculum, San Clemente High is well-regarded for its robust athletic program, which frequently competes at a high level within the Southern Section of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). The school maintains a deep connection to its local culture, often utilizing its proximity to the ocean and the town's unique identity to shape its traditions and campus life. With a comprehensive array of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, the school provides a well-rounded educational experience aimed at preparing students for success in higher education and their future careers.
For more information, contact San Clemente High at (949) 492-4165 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
San Clemente, CA 92673-5681
(949) 492-4165
http://www.sctritons.com/
SAN CLEMENTE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in San Clemente, CA with about 3,026 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Capistrano Unified
- Total Students:
- 3,026
- Teachers:
- 120.58
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 3,026 students
- White
- 63.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 26.2%
- Two or more races
- 6.2%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
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.