Fountain Valley High School

17816 Bushard Street

School District

Huntington Beach Union High
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:28
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by student on April 04, 2022

terrible. parking is horrible and there are no parking permits avaliable to be sold to students and there is way too much traffic in the morning and after school. staff members are generally rude. school charges absurd amounts for everything.
Submitted by parent on August 17, 2020

My daughter with special needs attended FVHS and we found the teachers, staff and administration to be excellent. The special needs supports and program was exceptional.
Submitted by student on October 29, 2018

Terrible staff members. No one helps out, especially when they are asked. Moody (female) staffs that are rude and overall the worst school. The principal and vice principals were nice and friendly, as well as the teachers.
Submitted by other on May 21, 2018

I had the opportunity to work here for a few months to cover for a maternity leave position. I thought the teachers, staff and students were very respectful and kind. It is nice to witness more college prep and support for students and their educational goals. Awesome school!
Submitted by parent on June 08, 2017

Fountain Valley High School is a place where teachers feel priveleged to teach. I, as a parent, have been told this by many, many of the teachers there. This speaks volumes of FVHS. It is an excellent school. Students are respectful and strive to do their best. My sons, who now attend two of the most selective universities in the world, feel that FVHS prepared them well. Neither of my sons have ever felt bullied or been exposed to drugs. Their teachers expected a lot academically, but at the same time gave a lot of themselves to nurture the students. I feel fortunate that my sons attended such a good public high school. The advanced class offerings go beyond other high schools. I believe this gave my sons an advantage, but more importantly a challenge. The music program also allowed them to build confidence and shine. Our family loves Fountain Valley High School!
Submitted by parent on April 06, 2015

While this school may have high academic scores (mostly from the high Asian student population that is very driven to get high grades), the atmosphere is bad. F.V. high is the drug-capital of the county. I heard this from an official source, and saw a lot of evidence of this. I did not like most of the teachers (although there were a few exceptions). Although the school's issues are common-place w/high schools, this school leads the pack. After subjecting a couple of my kids to this school , we fled the school & the state. My youngest 2 kids now enjoy a school w/higher morals & values. Parents-it's NOT just about academics!!!
Submitted by parent on March 20, 2015

On the surface, this school offers a great deal--lots of activities and high API. But in it's core, it cares little for the individual. While there ARE some very caring and remarkable teachers, most are insensitive, robotic people who have been using the same lesson plan for years and cannot be bothered to reach out to a struggling student no matter how much potential he/she may have. The high API is the mostly result of very driven parents who push their kids to unhealthy competitive tendencies and dangerous stress...and has very little to do with the staff.
Submitted by student on November 23, 2013

I transferred over to FVHS and love it so far! So much school spirit, involvement, everyone is friendly, and great campus. Overall, best school experience I have ever had. AMAZING SCHOOL!! <3