FULLERTON UNION HIGH SCHOOL
Fullerton Union High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fullerton Joint Union High school district, located in Fullerton, CA with about 2,024 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 70 teachers, Fullerton Union High has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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.
Fullerton Union High School (FUHS), located in the heart of downtown Fullerton, is one of the oldest and most historic high schools in Southern California. Established in 1893, the campus is known for its distinctive architecture, including the landmark Plummer Auditorium, which serves as a cultural hub for both the school and the surrounding community. As a cornerstone of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District, the school maintains a rich tradition of academic rigor, competitive athletics, and a strong sense of school spirit, often referred to as the "Indian" pride.
Beyond its academic offerings, Fullerton Union is highly regarded for its robust performing arts programs and specialized academies, such as the Academy of the Arts. The school provides a diverse learning environment that encourages student involvement in a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from championship-caliber sports teams to various clubs and community service organizations. By blending its deep historical roots with modern educational practices, Fullerton Union High continues to foster a comprehensive high school experience that prepares students for both higher education and professional life.
For more information, contact Fullerton Union High at (714) 626-3801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Fullerton, CA 92832-1925
(714) 626-3801
FULLERTON UNION HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fullerton, CA with about 2,024 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Fullerton Joint Union High
- Total Students:
- 2,024
- Teachers:
- 70.7
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 2,024 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 65.5%
- White
- 21.7%
- Asian
- 7.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.9%
- Male
- 50.1%
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.