Santa Clara High School
High school in Santa Clara, CA · Santa Clara Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 70% of Santa Clara High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 44% met the math standard. In reading, that is 9 points above the Santa Clara Unified average (61%) and 21 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 70% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 2 public high schools in Santa Clara. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points lower than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 73% | 68% | 70% | −3 pts |
| Math | 45% | 47% | 44% | −1 pt |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara High School | 70% | 44% |
| Santa Clara Unified | 61% | 50% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| 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 129 of 157 freshman applicants from Santa Clara High School (82%), and 65 enrolled.
Homes near Santa Clara High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 95051, where Santa Clara High School is located, is $1.79M, up 0.9% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 mi | Adrian Wilcox HighSanta Clara · Grades 9-12 | 75% | 48% | $1.79M |
| 2.4 mi | Cupertino HighCupertino · Grades 9-12 | 85% | 82% | $2.96M |
| 2.9 mi | Fremont HighSunnyvale · Grades 9-12 | 58% | 42% | $2.71M |
| 3.4 mi | Lynbrook HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 93% | 89% | $2.51M |
| 3.5 mi | Abraham Lincoln HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 49% | 18% | $1.15M |
| 3.7 mi | Homestead HighCupertino · Grades 9-12 | 81% | 70% | $2.96M |
School details
- Address
- 3000 Benton Street, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 423-2600
- District
- Santa Clara Unified
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,527 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- Website
- santaclara.santaclarausd.org
- State school code
- 43696744330122
Common questions
How did Santa Clara High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 70% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 44% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Santa Clara High School?
1,527 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Santa Clara High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 129 of 157 UC freshman applicants from Santa Clara High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 11% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Santa Clara High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95051, where Santa Clara High School is located, is $1.79M, up 0.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Santa Clara High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Santa Clara Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.