American Canyon High

3000 Newell Dr.
American Canyon, CA 94503

www.nvusd.org

1,722 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

American Canyon High School (ACHS), located in American Canyon, California, is a prominent secondary institution within the Napa Valley Unified School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its modern campus facilities and its commitment to preparing students for both higher education and the workforce. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes rigorous academic courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of elective programs designed to support student interests and skill development.

Beyond academics, American Canyon High School places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture. The school encourages student participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. By balancing a structured learning environment with opportunities for social and personal growth, ACHS strives to instill the values of responsibility and community engagement, helping its students become well-rounded individuals ready to navigate life after graduation.

1,722

Total Students

70.2

Full-Time Teachers

24.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

56.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for American Canyon High
Demographic	Student Count
White	175
Hispanic	644
Black	157
Asian	567
Two or More	157
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	11

Hispanic
644 (37.5 %)
Asian
567 (33.0 %)
White
175 (10.2 %)
Black
157 (9.1 %)
Two or More
157 (9.1 %)
Pacific Islander
11 (0.6 %)
American Indian
5 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Napa Valley Unified
Phone:	(707)265-2710
Website:	http://www.nvusd.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,722
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	70.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	646
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	322

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 424

Grade 10 414

Grade 11 428

Grade 12 456