Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Sierra Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Hills Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
10
School Rankings
Sierra Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Hills Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#3029 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Hills Elementary School is ranked #3029 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Hills Elementary School?
375 students attend Sierra Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sierra Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Hills Elementary School?
Sierra Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Sierra Hills Elementary School part of?
Sierra Hills Elementary School is part of Placer Hills Union Elementary School District.
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