La Costa Canyon High

1 Maverick Way
Encinitas, CA 92009

1,642 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

La Costa Canyon High School (LCC), located in the coastal community of Encinitas, California, is a premier public secondary institution serving students in grades 9–12 within the San Dieguito Union High School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment and "Maverick" spirit, the school consistently earns high rankings for its college preparatory curriculum, including an extensive selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized pathways. The campus is designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience, balancing strong scholastic expectations with a robust culture of inclusivity and student engagement.

Beyond academics, La Costa Canyon is widely recognized for its high-achieving athletic programs and diverse extracurricular offerings. The school boasts a long tradition of competitive success in sports, supported by state-of-the-art facilities, as well as an active arts program that includes award-winning music, theater, and visual arts departments. Situated in a supportive North County San Diego community, LCC emphasizes character development and community involvement, aiming to prepare its graduates not only for higher education but also for responsible citizenship and personal success in a global society.

1,642

Total Students

73.0

Full-Time Teachers

22.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Costa Canyon High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,167
Hispanic	292
Black	13
Asian	64
Two or More	93
American Indian	8
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,167 (71.2 %)
Hispanic
292 (17.8 %)
Two or More
93 (5.7 %)
Asian
64 (3.9 %)
Black
13 (0.8 %)
American Indian
8 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)

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:	San Dieguito Union High
Phone:	(760)436-6136
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,642
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	251
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	73

* 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 9 430

Grade 10 355

Grade 11 441

Grade 12 416