Serving 1,102 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- 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 1,102 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Pacific High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Pacific High School is 0.54, 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
#3556 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Pacific High School's ranking?
Sierra Pacific High School is ranked #3556 out of 9,602 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sierra Pacific High School?
1,102 students attend Sierra Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sierra Pacific High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Pacific High School?
Sierra Pacific High School has a student ration of 25:1, 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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