Serving 1,029 students in grades 9-12, Elsie Allen High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elsie Allen High serves the southwest part of Santa Rosa, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elsie Allen High School's student population of 1,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,029 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elsie Allen High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elsie Allen High School is 0.29, which is less 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
#8549 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Graduation Rate
66%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsie Allen High School's ranking?
Elsie Allen High School is ranked #8549 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elsie Allen High School often compared to?
Elsie Allen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Rosa High School, Analy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elsie Allen High School?
The graduation rate of Elsie Allen High School is 66%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Elsie Allen High School?
1,029 students attend Elsie Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elsie Allen High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elsie Allen High School?
Elsie Allen High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elsie Allen High School offer ?
Elsie Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elsie Allen High School part of?
Elsie Allen High School is part of Santa Rosa High School District.
In what neighborhood is Elsie Allen High School located?
Elsie Allen High School is located in the Southwest Santa Rosa neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Southwest Santa Rosa.
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