Fallbrook Union High School is a public high school located in the rural community of Fallbrook, California. It is a part of the Fallbrook Union High School District. Established in 1893, FUHS is the second-oldest high school in San Diego County. The school teaches students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,900 students in grades 9-12, Fallbrook High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 1,900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fallbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fallbrook High School's student population of 1,900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1893
School Rankings
Fallbrook 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 Fallbrook High School is 0.46, 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
#3106 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallbrook High School's ranking?
Fallbrook High School is ranked #3106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fallbrook High School often compared to?
Fallbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Vista High School, Bonsall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fallbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Fallbrook High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fallbrook High School?
1,900 students attend Fallbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fallbrook High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fallbrook High School?
Fallbrook High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fallbrook High School offer ?
Fallbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fallbrook High School part of?
Fallbrook High School is part of Fallbrook Union High School District.
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