SANTA SUSANA HIGH SCHOOL
Santa Susana High is a public high school that is part of the Simi Valley Unified school district, located in Simi Valley, CA with about 1,154 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Santa Susana High has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.
Santa Susana High School, located in Simi Valley, California, is a specialized magnet school within the Simi Valley Unified School District that places a heavy emphasis on the arts and academic rigor. Known for its distinct "conservatory" model, the school offers students the opportunity to choose a major—such as theater, dance, technical theater, vocal music, instrumental music, or visual arts—while simultaneously completing a challenging college-preparatory curriculum. This unique approach attracts students from across the district who are looking to balance high-level creative training with a comprehensive academic education.
Beyond its artistic focus, Santa Susana is highly regarded for its strong academic performance and welcoming, inclusive campus culture. The school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the region, boasting high graduation rates and a long track record of sending graduates to prestigious universities. By fostering a close-knit community where students are encouraged to pursue their passions in a supportive environment, the school has cultivated a reputation as a premiere destination for creative and academically motivated students in Ventura County.
For more information, contact Santa Susana High at (805) 520-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Simi Valley, CA 93063-2525
(805) 520-6800
SANTA SUSANA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Simi Valley, CA with about 1,154 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Simi Valley Unified
- Total Students:
- 1,154
- Teachers:
- 49.5
- 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 1,154 students
- White
- 46.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.3%
- Asian
- 19.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Black or African American
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 60.1%
- Male
- 39.9%
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.