Serving 1,010 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 top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 63%
- 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 1,010 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sierra Pacific High School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Pacific High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra Pacific High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sierra Pacific High School?
1,010 students attend Sierra Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sierra Pacific High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% 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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