Highlands Community Charter serves 11,713 students in grades 1-12.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 11,713 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 10% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Community Charter's student population of 11,713 students has grown by 263% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
11,713 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highlands Community Charter is 0.69, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Highlands Community Charter?
The graduation rate of Highlands Community Charter is 10%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highlands Community Charter?
11,713 students attend Highlands Community Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Highlands Community Charter students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Highlands Community Charter offer ?
Highlands Community Charter offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Highlands Community Charter part of?
Highlands Community Charter is part of Highlands Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Community Charter located?
Highlands Community Charter is located in the Del Paso Heights neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Del Paso Heights.
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