Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Sierra Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Hills Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Meadow Vista school district, covering an area of approximately 51.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Hills Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Sierra Hills Elementary 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 Hills Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3029 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Helpful, Outstanding, Ownership, Truthful, & Tenacious
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Hills Elementary School is ranked #3029 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Hills Elementary School?
367 students attend Sierra Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sierra Hills Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Hills Elementary School?
Sierra Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Sierra Hills Elementary School part of?
Sierra Hills Elementary School is part of Placer Hills Union Elementary School District.
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