Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, The Met ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Met ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The Met's student population of 242 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Met is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Met often compared to?
The Metis often viewed alongside schools like C. K. Mcclatchy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Met?
The graduation rate of The Met is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend The Met?
242 students attend The Met.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of The Met students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Met?
The Met has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The Met offer ?
The Met offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Met part of?
The Met is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is The Met located?
The Met is located in the Southside Park neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southside Park.
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