Serving 1,013 students in grades 6-12, University Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Preparatory's student population of 1,013 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory is 0.50, 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
#1230 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory's ranking?
University Preparatory is ranked #1230 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Preparatory often compared to?
University Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Shasta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory?
1,013 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of University Preparatory students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory?
University Preparatory has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does University Preparatory offer ?
University Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is University Preparatory part of?
University Preparatory is part of University Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory located?
University Preparatory is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunset.
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