American Canyon High School
High school in American Canyon, CA · Napa Valley Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 62% of American Canyon High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 28% met the math standard. In reading, that is 18 points above the Napa Valley Unified average (44%) and 13 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 57% of Bay Area high schools. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were 5 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 61% | 65% | 62% | +1 pt |
| Math | 23% | 29% | 28% | +5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| American Canyon High School | 62% | 28% |
| Napa Valley Unified | 44% | 32% |
| Napa County | 44% | 32% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 67 of 95 freshman applicants from American Canyon High School (71%), and 29 enrolled.
Homes near American Canyon High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94503, where American Canyon High School is located, is $728K, down 0.7% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 mi | MIT Academy CharterVallejo · Grades 9-12 | 46% | 24% | $495K |
| 2.4 mi | Griffin Academy High CharterVallejo · Grades 9-12 | 44% | 24% | $495K |
| 3.6 mi | Vallejo HighVallejo · Grades 9-12 | 31% | 39% | $460K |
| 4.0 mi | Jesse M. Bethel HighVallejo · Grades 9-12 | 32% | 26% | $584K |
| 5.6 mi | Angelo Rodriguez HighFairfield · Grades 9-12 | 70% | 34% | $688K |
| 7.9 mi | John Swett HighCrockett · Grades 9-12 | 50% | 17% | $659K |
School details
- Address
- 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94503
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (707) 265-2710
- District
- Napa Valley Unified
- County
- Napa County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,769 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- Opened
- 2010
- Website
- achs.nvusd.org
- State school code
- 28662660121087
Common questions
How did American Canyon High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 62% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 28% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend American Canyon High School?
1,769 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many American Canyon High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 67 of 95 UC freshman applicants from American Canyon High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 8% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near American Canyon High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94503, where American Canyon High School is located, is $728K, down 0.7% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near American Canyon High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Napa Valley Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.