Serving 779 students in grades 7-12, Western Sierra Collegiate Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#295 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Sierra Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is ranked #295 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Western Sierra Collegiate Academy often compared to?
Western Sierra Collegiate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rocklin High School, Whitney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
779 students attend Western Sierra Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Western Sierra Collegiate Academy offer ?
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Western Sierra Collegiate Academy part of?
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is part of Western Sierra Collegiate Academy School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Minimum Day, Last Day of School (Calendar)
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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