Best Public Schools in Huntington Beach, CA


Summary:

Huntington Beach, California, serves approximately 19,000 students across 31 public schools, including 20 elementary, 6 middle, and 5 high schools, spread across six different school districts in this coastal Orange County community.

The area features several standout schools, with William T. Newland Elementary (in the Fountain Valley Elementary district) and Ralph E. Hawes Elementary (in Huntington Beach City Elementary) among the state's top performers, alongside strong middle schools like Isaac L. Sowers Middle. In contrast, Oak View Elementary and Ocean View High face significant academic challenges. The Ocean View district presents a particular paradox, containing both high-achieving and struggling schools despite higher per-student spending.

Overall, Huntington Beach schools outperform state averages in English, math, and graduation rates, but performance varies widely between districts. Middle schools are particularly strong, while high schools like Edison High and Huntington Beach High maintain very low dropout rates. Parents should note that charter school performance is mixed, and chronic absenteeism ranges dramatically, factors which can significantly impact a child's educational experience.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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