Serving 1,183 students in grades 9-12, Sierra Pacific 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Pacific High serves the west part of Hanford, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 77.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Pacific High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sierra Pacific High School's student population of 1,183 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,183 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Pacific 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 Pacific High School is 0.55, 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
#4361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Pacific High School's ranking?
Sierra Pacific High School is ranked #4361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Pacific High School often compared to?
Sierra Pacific High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanford West High School, Hanford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Pacific High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra Pacific High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Sierra Pacific High School?
1,183 students attend Sierra Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sierra Pacific High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Pacific High School?
Sierra Pacific High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Pacific High School offer ?
Sierra Pacific High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra Pacific High School part of?
Sierra Pacific High School is part of Hanford Joint Union High School District.
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