University Preparatory School is a grade 6-12 college preparatory school located in Redding, California, United States established in 2004. The school is a charter school within the Shasta Union High School District.
Serving 1,016 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 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- 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 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Pursuing Excellence Together
School Rankings
University Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1234 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory's ranking?
University Preparatory is ranked #1234 out of 9,523 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 34% 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?
1,016 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of University Preparatory students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory?
University Preparatory has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
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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