Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Grant Union High School ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grant Union High School's student population of 2,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant Union High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8152 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
15%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Union High School's ranking?
Grant Union High School is ranked #8152 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Grant Union High School often compared to?
Grant Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grant Union High School?
The graduation rate of Grant Union High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grant Union High School?
2,040 students attend Grant Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Grant Union High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grant Union High School?
Grant Union High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Grant Union High School offer ?
Grant Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grant Union High School part of?
Grant Union High School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Union High School located?
Grant Union High School is located in the Del Paso Heights neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Del Paso Heights.
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