Highlands Community Charter serves 6,749 students in grades 1-12.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 6,749 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 12% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Community Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highlands Community Charter's student population of 6,749 students has grown by 240% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 163% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
6,749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highlands Community Charter 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
12%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Highlands Community Charter?
The graduation rate of Highlands Community Charter is 12%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highlands Community Charter?
6,749 students attend Highlands Community Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Highlands Community Charter students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Highlands Community Charter offer ?
Highlands Community Charter offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Highlands Community Charter part of?
Highlands Community Charter is part of Highlands Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Community Charter located?
Highlands Community Charter 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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