Serving 2,565 students in grades 9-12, Sheldon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheldon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sheldon High School's student population of 2,565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheldon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheldon High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1290 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheldon High School's ranking?
Sheldon High School is ranked #1290 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sheldon High School often compared to?
Sheldon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sheldon High School?
The graduation rate of Sheldon High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sheldon High School?
2,565 students attend Sheldon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Sheldon High School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheldon High School?
Sheldon High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sheldon High School offer ?
Sheldon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sheldon High School part of?
Sheldon High School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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