Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Shasta Collegiate Academy ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shasta Collegiate Academy's student population of 76 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shasta Collegiate Academy 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 Shasta Collegiate Academy is 0.51, 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
#4223 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
68%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shasta Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Shasta Collegiate Academy is ranked #4223 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shasta Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Shasta Collegiate Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shasta Collegiate Academy?
76 students attend Shasta Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Shasta Collegiate Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shasta Collegiate Academy?
Shasta Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta Collegiate Academy offer ?
Shasta Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shasta Collegiate Academy part of?
Shasta Collegiate Academy is part of Shasta Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Shasta Collegiate Academy located?
Shasta Collegiate Academy is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunset.
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