La Habra High

801 W. Highlander Ave.
La Habra, CA 90631

2,054 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

La Habra High School, located in the city of La Habra, California, is a prominent public secondary institution serving students in the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. Established in 1954, the school has a long-standing history in the community and is well-known for its vibrant campus culture and school spirit, famously represented by its mascot, the Highlander. The school serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic program, including various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for both college and the workforce.

Beyond its academic offerings, La Habra High is highly regarded for its robust athletic programs and performing arts departments, which frequently participate in regional competitions. The campus acts as a central hub for the local community, fostering a strong sense of tradition and alumni engagement. With its emphasis on well-rounded student development, the school strives to create an inclusive environment that supports personal growth, civic responsibility, and academic excellence for all its students.

2,054

Total Students

83.8

Full-Time Teachers

24.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

59.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Habra High
Demographic	Student Count
White	262
Hispanic	1,687
Black	25
Asian	45
Two or More	27
Pacific Islander	4

Hispanic
1,687 (82.3 %)
White
262 (12.8 %)
Asian
45 (2.2 %)
Two or More
27 (1.3 %)
Black
25 (1.2 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Fullerton Joint Union High
Phone:	(562)266-5200
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,054
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	83.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	904
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	321

* 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 9 577

Grade 10 502

Grade 11 501

Grade 12 474