Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Sierra High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tollhouse, CA, covering approximately 932.7 square miles. Typical drive times to the school range from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 19.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 62.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra High School's student population of 367 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra 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 Sierra High School is 0.60, 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
#4459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra High School's ranking?
Sierra High School is ranked #4459 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sierra High School?
367 students attend Sierra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sierra High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra High School?
Sierra High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra High School offer ?
Sierra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra High School part of?
Sierra High School is part of Sierra Unified School District.
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