Sonora High School

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Sonora High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
430 N Washington St,  Sonora, CA
Sonora Union High School District
3.2
3.2
880 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ben Howell
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
66%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
38
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
590
Verbal
610
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
18
Reading
21
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
56%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
7.4%
State Average
19.4%
Science
6.8%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
301:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
48.8%
White
61.8%
Hispanic
23.5%
Two or more races
6.1%
Native American
1.7%
Asian
1.1%
Black
1%
Filipino
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Columbia College - California 81 Students
University of California - Davis 71 Students
University of California - San Diego 60 Students
University of California - Berkeley 57 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 56 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 54 Students
San Diego State University 52 Students
Cal Poly 51 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 49 Students
San Francisco State University 41 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 39 Students
Business 36 Students
Biology 32 Students
Nursing 29 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 13 Students
English 12 Students
Mechanical Engineering 11 Students
Political Science and Government 10 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 10 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 129 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/26/2019
This year is my 4th year at Sonora high, I like the teachers and everyone there, but the food is gross. The only good thing is that sophomores and up get to go off campus and get food, but besides the food, the school is great.
3.0 Niche User
9/20/2016
Most teachers are consistent with grading but many do not listen to student criteria of the work and tests they are giving. They let students control what happens in the classroom sometimes, but some are extremely rude and talk to students in a derogatory tone. Some teachers do not care if you do not understand the material on the test or if they have taught the material adequately.
4.0 Niche User
9/20/2016
The main extracurricular activities include sports, which our school is well known for having an excellent sport program in most areas. Band and choir at our school are also exceptional.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
1.0 other
9/3/2021
Office staff are there to serve the students and if one comes in, in need of help, they should help, not tell them to 'go away, we're too busy' Especially if all they want is a bag to put their things in because their backpack got wet. All students should be treated with kindness and respect. You ne...
5.0 student
10/18/2011
I think its a great school im a current student and a bit nerdy the school is covered top to bottom in cameras i dont get picked on and its a beautiful school with excellent teachers and fun a principal
2.0 parent
8/20/2011
my daughter attends this school and I am not impressed. she is in the honors/AP courses and, due to budget cuts, doesn't have that great of teachers. there are ALOT of fights (3 in one week; doctor visits required). some VERY good teachers, but many just punching the timecard. my daughter likes it,...
3.0 parent
10/11/2010
There is and has been a lot of bullying in this school. I have contacted the principle but didn't get much help. I asked about there policy and he said that all he can do is try to stop it. I think they have weak policies and need to reach out to the students that have no or few friends. the ones st...

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Sonora High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sonora, CA, in the Sonora neighborhood, and is served by the Sonora Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 880 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Sonora High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $410,248. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tuolumne County Special Education, Dario Cassina High School, Theodore Bird High School, and more. Learn more about what Sonora has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sonora High School.

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