Ventura High School is a public high school in Ventura, California. The school is part of the Ventura Unified School District. It serves students in the western portion of Ventura and surrounding unincorporated communities, including Casitas Springs, Oak View, and La Conchita. VHS is a California Distinguished School.
Serving 2,036 students in grades 9-12, Ventura High School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 2,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ventura High School's student population of 2,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ventura High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ventura High School is 0.56, 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
#3420 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ventura High School's ranking?
Ventura High School is ranked #3420 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ventura High School often compared to?
Ventura High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ventura High School?
The graduation rate of Ventura High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ventura High School?
2,036 students attend Ventura High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ventura High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ventura High School?
Ventura High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ventura High School offer ?
Ventura High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ventura High School part of?
Ventura High School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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