University Preparatory High School

University Preparatory High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
915 S Mooney Blvd,  Visalia, CA
4.1
3.0
247 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Eric Thiessen
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.84
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.84
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
10
Full Time Teachers
10
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
27.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
17.1%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
240:1

Student Diversity

Female
55.4%
Male
44.6%
Hispanic
45%
White
38.3%
Two or more races
11.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.4%

School Rankings

#4 Best Public HS Teachers in California
#17 Best Charter HS in California
#131 Best Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Berkeley 62 Students
College of the Sequoias 55 Students
University of California - San Diego 54 Students
University of California - Davis 52 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 49 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 48 Students
California State University - Fresno 47 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 46 Students
University of California - Irvine 39 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 37 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 26 Students
Business 24 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Biology 12 Students
English 12 Students
Mechanical Engineering 10 Students
Mathematics 10 Students
Pre-Law Studies 9 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 57 Reviews
4.0
12/10/2024
The worst part of UPHS was my fault I wasn't prepared for it I jumped ahead of myself so it was pretty hard to keep up However after some time their you realize how easy it can be and ow fun you make your experience because of the many many resources available to help you out over great school and who wouldn't want to take college classes and high school classes at the same time.
4.0 Alum
11/11/2024
My experience at University Preparatory High School was good. There are many staff who are very helpful, kind, and considerate.
4.0 Parent
8/14/2022
an organized and clean environment, nice halls and grass fields. classrooms were nicely arranged and organized.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 15 Reviews
1.0 other
10/26/2021
This school is very disorganized and the students quality of education matches any Visalia public high school. Basic. The only perk is that students can take college courses but they are limited to what they can take and it has to be approved by the self proclaimed head teacher. The teachers when I...
2.0 other
12/30/2020
The lead teacher is horrible and very controlling. She only allows students to take certain college courses and prohibits early graduation - both of which aren't rules of the school. Go somewhere else if your student wants to work ahead. As for bullying, the teachers are helpful but little to nothin...
1.0 other
5/18/2015
This school started as a great opportunity but then turned horrible. Instead of high school classes they force college classes on us claiming it is to advance our learning. We all know that's a lie. It's strictly budgetary. If you are a staff member's child you are in luck! You get further in this s...
1.0 other
5/13/2015
UPHS is like a country filled with corrupt politicians. You are blindfolded to think everything is done for your wellbeing... However, when can staff members who are biased and power-seeking wish for your wellbeing? It is as crazy as it sounds. Staff is never permanent! You are only re-hired based o...

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University Preparatory High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 in Visalia, CA and is served by the Tulare County Office Of Education in California. The school has a total enrollment of 247 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. University Preparatory High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.84, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $391,264. Discover additional schools in the area, like Visalia Charter Independent Study - East Campus, Visalia Technical Early College, Valley Life Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Visalia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near University Preparatory High School.

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