William S. Hart High

www.harthighschool.org

2,034 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

William S. Hart High School, located in Newhall, California, is a historic and foundational institution within the William S. Hart Union High School District. Established in 1945, the school is named after the legendary silent film star and local resident William S. Hart. It serves as a central hub for the community, maintaining a long-standing tradition of academic rigor, athletic excellence, and a strong sense of school spirit, often referred to by students and alumni as the "Hart Indians" (though the school has undergone mascot transitions in recent years to reflect evolving community standards).

The school is recognized for its comprehensive curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education, and extensive extracurricular programs, including award-winning performing arts and athletic teams. With a focus on preparing students for higher education and future career paths, Hart High emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that encourages both personal growth and community involvement. Its campus serves as a landmark in the Santa Clarita Valley, continuing to uphold a legacy of pride and academic achievement that has spanned several generations of local families.

2,034

Total Students

90.1

Full-Time Teachers

22.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

37.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William S. Hart High
Demographic	Student Count
White	604
Hispanic	1,245
Black	23
Asian	94
Two or More	65
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
1,245 (61.2 %)
White
604 (29.7 %)
Asian
94 (4.6 %)
Two or More
65 (3.2 %)
Black
23 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.0 %)

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:	William S. Hart Union High
Phone:	(661)259-7575
Website:	http://www.harthighschool.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,034
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	90.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	743
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* 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 9 483

Grade 10 561

Grade 11 492

Grade 12 498