Serving 1,648 students in grades 9-12, Ponderosa High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponderosa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ponderosa High School's student population of 1,648 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponderosa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponderosa High School is 0.47, which is less 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
#3042 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa High School's ranking?
Ponderosa High School is ranked #3042 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ponderosa High School often compared to?
Ponderosa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Mine High School, El Dorado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponderosa High School?
The graduation rate of Ponderosa High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ponderosa High School?
1,648 students attend Ponderosa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ponderosa High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponderosa High School?
Ponderosa High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ponderosa High School offer ?
Ponderosa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ponderosa High School part of?
Ponderosa High School is part of El Dorado Union High School District.
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