Summary:
Zip code 92629 in Dana Point, California, is served by one public high school, Dana Hills High, which educates grades 9-12 within the Capistrano Unified School District.
Dana Hills High is a standout school for keeping students on track to graduate, with a 94.3% graduation rate and a very low 1.6% dropout rate, both of which are better than average for the state and district. The school also excels in English Language Arts, where over 71% of students are proficient. However, the school faces notable challenges in mathematics and science, with proficiency rates in these subjects lagging behind the district's average, and there is a significant, concerning drop in science scores between 11th and 12th grade that the district is investigating.
While the school's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, it remains in the top 20% of California high schools. Parents should note that chronic absenteeism is higher here than in the district overall, but the school successfully supports a diverse student body, with over 40% qualifying for free or reduced lunch, to achieve strong graduation outcomes. For families in the area, this school offers a strong foundation in humanities and excellent student support, with clear opportunities for growth in STEM subjects.
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