Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Sierra High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sierra High (Continuation School)'s student population of 30 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra High (Continuation School) is 0.40, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Sierra High (Continuation School) is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra High (Continuation School) often compared to?
Sierra High (Continuation School)is often viewed alongside schools like Tahoe Truckee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Sierra High (Continuation School) is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sierra High (Continuation School)?
30 students attend Sierra High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sierra High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, and 27% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra High (Continuation School)?
Sierra High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra High (Continuation School) offer ?
Sierra High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra High (Continuation School) part of?
Sierra High (Continuation School) is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
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