Serving 2,426 students in grades 9-12, Sanger High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 2,426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sanger High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sanger school district, covering approximately 177.2 square miles. The area is located in Sanger, CA, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sanger High School's student population of 2,426 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,426 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Motto
“Always with Pride”
School Rankings
Sanger High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanger High School is 0.36, 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
#3056 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanger High School's ranking?
Sanger High School is ranked #3056 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sanger High School often compared to?
Sanger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clovis East High School, Selma High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sanger High School?
The graduation rate of Sanger High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Sanger High School?
2,426 students attend Sanger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sanger High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanger High School?
Sanger High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sanger High School offer ?
Sanger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sanger High School part of?
Sanger High School is part of Sanger Unified School District.
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