Principal's Message

Doctors, lawyers, educational leaders, presidents of large corporations, professional athletes, military leaders, and hard working contributors to community are produced each year at Villa Park High School. Villa Park High School is synonymous with excellence. Taking our place along side of the finest comprehensive high schools in the nation, Villa Park excels academically, athletically, and in our visual and performing arts. We work hard in preserving our long-standing tradition of producing successful citizens. Villa Park students have earned the reputation of being winners, which has translated into success at the next level. Many of our graduates report that they are well prepared for the next stage of their lives. Our academic achievement is well above district, county and state averages. We pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of courses that challenge our student body. Our staff of professionals holds our students to the highest standards. With many of our top students being accepted to the finest universities, Villa Park High School prepares its students for what is next.

The VPHS community is continuing to use the SPARTAN Way as our guide to the behaviors we expect from all shareholders. We have dedicated ourselves to being Spirited by demonstrating pride in self, school, and community. We will be Prepared by being on time and ready to go. We will become Accomplished by giving our best effort in all we do. We will be Respectful of self, staff and peers. We will prove to be Trustworthy by being reliable and honest. In today’s world, it is imperative that we are Adaptable and are ready to handle change and diversity. We will also be Noble by acting with high intellect and moral level. The campus continues to see the positive impact of our commitment to The SPARTAN Way. VPHS will lead the way in school culture.

Our goal is to create an environment where all students take ownership in their schools programs, facilities and legacy. We believe students that are engaged in all facets of the educational process are well rounded and better prepared. The school is located in the city of Villa Park and proudly services students and families from Villa Park, Orange, and portions of Anaheim Hills. Villa Park serves a predominantly suburban population, with students from a variety of socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds and with a wide diversity of educational needs. Our diversity is one of our strengths, students from different backgrounds and life experiences coming together to influence our school and community is a beautiful thing to see.

Villa Park High School is extremely proud of the level and quality of service we provide and welcomes input from our community. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. U.S. News and World Report, Newsweek, and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges has recognized Villa Park High School as one of the best high schools in the Nation.

Dennis McCuistion

Principal, Villa Park High School