La Canada High School
- Public
- LA CANADA, CA
Public School
La Canada High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 7-12
- LA CANADA, CA
- Rating 3.69 out of 5 344 reviews
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C+
- Health & Safetygrade A
- Administrationgrade B+
- Sportsgrade B minus
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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La Canada High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
89%
Percent Proficient - Math
82%
Average Graduation Rate
99%
Average SAT
1360
543 responses
Average ACT
31
240 responses
AP Enrollment
52%
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- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade C+
Median Household Income
$175,788
National
$62,843Median Rent
$2,858
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$1,518,000
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade A
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
91%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 32 responsesPoll
69%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 32 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,069
Free or Reduced Lunch
5%
92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 37 responses65%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 37 responses76%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 37 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$94,097
Teachers in First/Second Year
4.9%
63%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 52 responses81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 52 responses67%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 52 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$12,046 / year
National
$12,23985%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 55 responses51%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 55 responses69%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 55 responsesSimilar Schools
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La Canada High School Reviews
Rating 3.69 out of 5 344 reviews
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I'll start off with the bullying: There is none. Everyone is nice and helpful to each other. The homework is a bit much but with some encouragement from parents, it's not all that bad. The teachers are extraordinary at explaining the class material and subjects and are always willing to help a student in need. But the school is not all work. La Canada High School also offers a plethora of sports teams and clubs, most of which are run by the community or students. As a student with ADD (ADHD Innatentive), staying focused has been a bit difficult. Luckily, the teachers are nice and give me extra time to complete assignments or tests. Now onto the food! The cafeteria offers a variety of food, usually with different menus each day. There's also a wide variety of drinks and snacks in the Cafe.
This school has really good academics and will give you a great education. Most of the teachers are good and have consistent office hours. Though, the school is not diverse and has about half white students and half asian students. It is also very competitive, meaning that if you aren’t naturally every good at school, it could take a toll on ones mental health. There is a wellness center at school so at any point in the day if you feel anxious or depressed, teachers will allow you to go there. The bathrooms are not the cleanest but from a public school it’s not bad. There is are amazing theatre and musical arts programs at the school. If you are interested in perusing theatre but can’t afford a private arts school, LCHS is a good public school option. There is free lunch for anyone who needs it.
What I liked most about my journey through LCHS were the "block days". For two days every week, we would have two hours of non-consecutive periods. This enabled us to learn more, as opposed to when in 1-hour classes, and at a slower pace. I especially found that the classes that I found fun and were taught by teachers who were enthusiastic about teaching and loved what they taught, were the ones I tended to excel in academically. This held true for my science classes. I really enjoyed the Earth Sciences, and this helped to better understand the instructors.
One thing that I would like to see changed, is the "disciplinary atmosphere". Many of these students would exhibit rude behavior with students and even faculty. I have observed that they have not changed throughout high school either, and often teachers (especially in 7/8) who are too "relaxed" in their approach, would not make much effort to stop them from distracting the class during lecture.
One thing that I would like to see changed, is the "disciplinary atmosphere". Many of these students would exhibit rude behavior with students and even faculty. I have observed that they have not changed throughout high school either, and often teachers (especially in 7/8) who are too "relaxed" in their approach, would not make much effort to stop them from distracting the class during lecture.