Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, La Sierra High (Alternative) 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Sierra High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
La Sierra High (Alternative)'s student population of 262 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Sierra High (Alternative) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Sierra High (Alternative) is 0.41, 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
#5779 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Sierra High (Alternative)'s ranking?
La Sierra High (Alternative) is ranked #5779 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Sierra High (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of La Sierra High (Alternative) is 35-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Sierra High (Alternative)?
262 students attend La Sierra High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of La Sierra High (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Sierra High (Alternative)?
La Sierra High (Alternative) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Sierra High (Alternative) offer ?
La Sierra High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Sierra High (Alternative) part of?
La Sierra High (Alternative) is part of Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
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