Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning 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 20-29% (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 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning's student population of 197 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning 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 Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning is 0.49, 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
#4078 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning's ranking?
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning is ranked #4078 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?
20-29% 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 Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning?
The graduation rate of Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning?
197 students attend Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning?
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning offer ?
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning part of?
Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning is part of Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning School District.
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