They have a beautiful campus-excellent teachers and offer AP and honors classes that are comparable to the private schools we have attended. The HBHS teachers are accessible during the tutorial period which is offered every day for students to go and ask questions or get extra help if needed.
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
huntington is an excellent school with great teachers and a fun learning experience. not to mention we have a great reputation.
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Posted by a student on 09/06/09
I am very happy with HB High all in academic standard, APA and Sport program. My first's now attending UC. My second is a Varsity's. My thrid will be there in a couple of year. Their goals are the higher education, nothing less.
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Posted by a parent on 08/26/09
Huntington Beach High School was one of my most fondest memories. It is where I created an academic path to my college dreams, and where I made life long friendships. For the most part, my teachers were incredible and knew what we were capable of and push us to the limit. I always felt safe and at home
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Posted by a student on 01/28/09
My daughter graduated in '06, my son will graduate in '10. I have been (overall) very happy with HBHS, and have had timely responses from teachers about issues. My biggest complaint - hire more math teachers with above-average qualifications - Ms. Bojorquez can't do it ALL (& she is amazing!!!)
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Posted by a parent on 01/07/08
HBHS is clearly a great high school with a commitment to excellence for all students. We are committed first and foremost to academic success and have shown substantial growth on the standardized tests the past three years with special focus on teaching the underachieving students. The results have
... Read more been impressive as all subgroups of students have surpassed their academic growth targets. Further, we have added significant 'intervention program' to assist at-risk students. We have added two full-time counselors and increased our school nurse from half-time to full-time. This shows tremendous commitment on behalf our our Board of Education and Superintendent. HBHS is proud of our recent accomplishments. This week we were notified by the State Superintendent, Jack O'Connell, that HBHS has been selected to be a California Distinguished School. Congratulations to our students, parents, teachers and staff! This is something for all of us to celebrate. This demonstrates comprehensive, schoolwide, effective educational programs which meet the needs of our students. I am very proud of our teachers and their commitment to excellence in instruction. We are standards-based and provide powerful learning opportunities. Last year we received a six year WASC term of accreditation due to the effectiveness of our educational programs. Our Academic Performance Index has increased for three consecutive years growing from 727 to 783. This demonstrates significant progress across the board and we know we are headed in the right direction. Further, over 90% of our students pass the California High School Exit Exam on their first attempt in tenth grade and nearly 99% pass by the end of their senior year of high school. Again, we have great news to report to you. Our athletic programs are on the rise! We have many new on-campus coaches who are available during lunch, as well as before and afterschool. We have a renewed commitment to excellence in athletics for which we are reaping great rewards. Many of our athletic teams are now making it to the post-season which results in great school pride. Finally, our Academy for the Performing Arts program is second to none! The past two years we have received more that double and tripple the number of Cappy Awards of the next successful high school. HBHS is clearly the home of the finest performing arts program in the region and county. All in all, HBHS is a great place for students and staff. We are located on a very beautiful campus undergoing modernization efforts. We are building a brand new wing of 14 high tech classrooms which will be completed in the Fall and a brand new Black Box Theatre which will be completed next summer. Our historic auditorium will be modernized this summer with new seats, sound system, lights, paint, etc. Our gymnasium is being modernized as we speak, with a new floor and new bleachers. This is a great school, with great students and staff, and our parents show their commitment to excellence everyday with their tremendous support. As you can see, I am very proud of this great high school. Dave Linzey Read less
Posted by a principal on 04/20/07
I love the parental involvement at Huntington Beach High School. The principal has transformed our school into a great high school where parents are welcome and where students needs are put first. The academic programs have improved significantly under the principal's leadership. We are very happy
... Read more at HBHS and believe our child is receiving a great education. The emphasis upon technology is truly terrific. The new parent portal is a great tool to communicate with parents and let us know our child's progress. We wish all teachers would use this. The school is undergoing a modernization program to improve the facilities. This is very exciting. The students seem to have a lot of school spirit and appear to love their school. We are very proud of the California Distinguished School Award that HBHS is receiving this year. This shows great leadership. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/15/07
Teachers demonstrate a refreshing commitment to students and scholarship. In an age of apathy, our child's teachers break the stereotype. Several teachers surprised us when they called or wrote emails simply to establish rapport and later to simply share good news about our child's progress. MUN Remains
... Read more strong and provides life skills unlike nothing else. School remains under construction but is making progress. Principal has yet to write a review here even though it was brought to his attention 6 months ago AND we were disappointed he did not acknowledge or show interest in other circumstances that elevated the school's/district's exposure to risk. Experience with V.P. Guidance & Academic Counselors extremely positive. Administrative Support staff helpful and attempts to solve problems. V.P. Activities lacking in ADULT communication skills (including 'listening' skills workshop)as well as follow through/promises/commitments. Strong Communications skills & demonstrated accountability are two key elements integral to effective leadership. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/08/07
This classic two-story school has a lot of history and is going through a major facelift in it's 100th anniversary. Though it may seem like a laid back, beach-bum atmosphere, it takes it's academics very seriously. There is a high attendance of theatrical of students. It is a very well known school
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Posted by a parent on 03/04/06
Great surf team but other sports do not shine as much.
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Huntington Beach schools — Huntington Beach High School is located at 1905 Main St, Huntington Beach CA 92648. 1905 Main St is in the 92648 ZIP code in Huntington Beach, CA The school district for Huntington Beach High School is the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Huntington Beach High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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