Serving 23 students in grades 9-12, Sierra Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sierra Alternative High School's student population of 23 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Alternative High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Alternative High School is 0.64, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Alternative High School's ranking?
Sierra Alternative High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra Alternative High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sierra Alternative High School?
23 students attend Sierra Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sierra Alternative High School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Alternative High School?
Sierra Alternative High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Alternative High School offer ?
Sierra Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra Alternative High School part of?
Sierra Alternative High School is part of Sierra Unified School District.
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