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Irvine Unified School District

University High School

#4 in Best Public High Schools in Orange County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Irvine, CA
  • 460 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    University High School is a top rated, public school located in Irvine, CA. It has 2,492 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 74% of students are at least proficient in math and 83% in reading.
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    (949) 936-7600
    4771 Campus Dr.
    Irvine, CA 92612
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    83%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    74%
    Average Graduation Rate
    94%
    Average SAT
    1390
    506 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    381 responses
    AP Enrollment
    37%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $139,368
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,604
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $1,380,670
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    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.46 responses
    Poll
    72%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.46 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 155 responses
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    • Spirit Night!
      19%
    • Club Kick Off
      17%
    • Office Hours
      12%
    • Sporting events
      12%
    • Spirit rallys
      11%
    • Musicals
      11%
    • Plays
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,492
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    21%
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.49 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.49 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.49 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    26:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $88,621
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.63 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.63 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.63 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,980/ year
    National
    $12,239
    85%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.68 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.68 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.68 responses
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    I was a recent alumni at University high school. The school has stellar academics and resources. However, many sports at the school are often overlooked and underfunded, resulting in poor performances. Even though the players and their talent is good, they are often not funded enough to make an impact. The visual arts such as band and orchestra are also lacking in funds, despite having some of the best players, which hinders their ability to purchase better equipment and perform better shows, despite being talented. Despite this, many teachers, especially those that teach the juniors and seniors, are absolutely amazing and have an amazing grasp of the subject at hand and are willing to help with any problem, academic or non-academic.
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    The small school environment is great. I would like to see more sports. The teachers are amazing and actually care about the student's success. The school prepares you for college. You take college courses beginning your sophomore year, and by the time you are a senior you can take courses at Fresno State along side actual college students. It prepares you a lot for college. Besides that the campus is beautiful and fairly new. The environment is competitive but super accepting and diverse. The school places an emphasis on music as well and other arts like Latin.
    I loved going to University! I'm a senior, and today is my last day. I am eternally grateful for my 4 amazing, exciting high school years. Teachers and administration at UHS are truly amazing, supportive, and patient. I've never had a bad teacher here. Students are very nice...there is a wonderful sense of community. UHS's advanced courses and wide range of electives, as well as special education program prove that students learn at their own pace. In my classes, we did lots of hands-on, engaging learning. UHS has an AMAZING athletics program as well as fine arts. We also have an outstanding club called Best Buddies, where students who join are paired up with special needs students and hang out with them, and even go on field trips! I am very excited for the next 4 years I will be spending at Harvard in Massachusetts. There are so many fun events here, and most importantly, Trojan pride.