La Sierra High School, located in Riverside, California, United States, is a public high school in the Alvord Unified School District that was founded on August 28, 1969. Tania Cabeza is the principal. La Sierra High School's official school colors are navy blue and white.
Serving 1,461 students in grades 9-12, La Sierra 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Sierra High School's student population of 1,461 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Sierra High School 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 School is 0.32, 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
#6538 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: La Sierra Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Sierra High School's ranking?
La Sierra High School is ranked #6538 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Sierra High School often compared to?
La Sierra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Sierra High School?
The graduation rate of La Sierra High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Sierra High School?
1,461 students attend La Sierra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of La Sierra High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Sierra High School?
La Sierra High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Sierra High School offer ?
La Sierra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Sierra High School part of?
La Sierra High School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Sierra High School located?
La Sierra High School is located in the La Sierra neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in La Sierra.
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