Deer Valley High School
High school in Antioch, CA · Antioch Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 50% of Deer Valley High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 16% met the math standard. In reading, that is 23 points above the Antioch Unified average (28%) and about the same as the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 36% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 1st of 2 public high schools in Antioch. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 4 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 48% | 51% | 50% | +3 pts |
| Math | 13% | 23% | 16% | +4 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Valley High School | 50% | 16% |
| Antioch Unified | 28% | 16% |
| Contra Costa County | 52% | 43% |
| 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 32 of 43 freshman applicants from Deer Valley High School (74%), and 14 enrolled.
Homes near Deer Valley High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94531, where Deer Valley High School is located, is $658K, down 0.3% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 mi | Heritage HighBrentwood · Grades 9-12 | 67% | 40% | $782K |
| 3.4 mi | Antioch HighAntioch · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 6% | $536K |
| 3.5 mi | Freedom HighOakley · Grades 9-12 | 50% | 19% | $654K |
| 5.1 mi | Liberty HighBrentwood · Grades 9-12 | 61% | 29% | $782K |
| 6.7 mi | Pittsburg Senior HighPittsburg · Grades 9-12 | 36% | 25% | $559K |
| 10.3 mi | Clayton Valley Charter High CharterConcord · Grades 9-12 | 77% | 45% | $772K |
School details
- Address
- 4700 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94531
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (925) 779-7570
- District
- Antioch Unified
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,777 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- Opened
- 1996
- State school code
- 07616480730465
Common questions
How did Deer Valley High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 50% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 16% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Deer Valley High School?
1,777 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Deer Valley High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 32 of 43 UC freshman applicants from Deer Valley 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 Deer Valley High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94531, where Deer Valley High School is located, is $658K, down 0.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Deer Valley High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Antioch Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.