Rio Linda High School is a high school located in Rio Linda, Sacramento, California, United States. It has an enrollment of 2,035 students. It is part of the Twin Rivers Unified School District, and was formerly part of the Grant Unified School District.
Serving 1,594 students in grades 9-12, Rio Linda 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Linda High serves the northwest part of its school district in Rio Linda, CA, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Linda High School's student population of 1,594 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Linda 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 Rio Linda High School is 0.68, 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
#5093 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Linda High School's ranking?
Rio Linda High School is ranked #5093 out of 9,523 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Linda High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Linda High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rio Linda High School?
1,594 students attend Rio Linda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rio Linda High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Linda High School?
Rio Linda High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Linda High School offer ?
Rio Linda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rio Linda High School part of?
Rio Linda High School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
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