California High School Football: CIF Southern Section Top 25 Rankings Released – September 7, 2025
The CIF Southern Section unveiled its latest football rankings on September 7, 2025, showcasing the top 25 teams currently dominating the California high school landscape. Several programs demonstrated notable movement following Week 2 action, setting the stage for a competitive season.
These rankings are pivotal for playoff seeding and recognition, influencing team morale and attracting college scouts. The Southern Section, known for producing elite talent, consistently features programs vying for state championships. This weekS list highlights both established powerhouses and emerging contenders, with teams preparing for crucial matchups in the weeks ahead.
Here’s a look at the current Top 25:
- Mater Dei (4-0)
- St. John Bosco (3-1)
- Mission Viejo (4-0)
- Los Alamitos (4-0)
- Servite (3-1)
- Corona del Sol (3-1)
- Centennial (3-1)
- Bishop Alemany (3-1)
- Orange Lutheran (2-2)
- San Clemente (4-0)
- La Habra (3-1)
- Camarillo (4-0)
- Murrieta Valley (3-1)
- notre Dame/Sherman Oaks (3-1)
- Tesoro (4-0)
- Santa Margarita (2-2)
- Ayala (4-0)
- Vista murrieta (3-1)
- Long Beach Poly (2-2)
- Warren (4-0)
- Oak Hills (2-2)
- Edison (3-1)
- Chaparral (1-2)
- Pacifica/Oxnard (4-0)
- Crown of the Sea (4-0)
chaparral secured its first victory of the 2025 season with a 54-42 win against Rancho Cucamonga. Pacifica/Oxnard and Crown of the Sea remain undefeated, both posting 4-0 records. Quarterback Taylor Lee of Pacifica/Oxnard led his team to victory, throwing for eight touchdowns in a win over Rio Mesa. Several teams face challenging upcoming games, including Oak Hills at St. Bonaventure and Edison versus LA Banning.
