Valhalla High School is a public high school in Rancho San Diego, California. It is operated by Grossmont Union High School District with an enrollment of 2,112 students. The school is characterized by its school colors, orange and white, going by the nickname Orange Nation.
Serving 1,845 students in grades 9-12, Valhalla High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,845 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valhalla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valhalla High School's student population of 1,845 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valhalla High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valhalla High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2400 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thor
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhalla High School's ranking?
Valhalla High School is ranked #2400 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valhalla High School often compared to?
Valhalla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steele Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valhalla High School?
The graduation rate of Valhalla High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valhalla High School?
1,845 students attend Valhalla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Valhalla High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Valhalla High School offer ?
Valhalla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valhalla High School part of?
Valhalla High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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