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#4657 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center
School · Calaveras Unified
PO Box 178, San Andreas, CA 95249
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,657 of 9,539
In San Andreas
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Calaveras Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center
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About Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center is a public school in San Andreas, CA, part of Calaveras Unified. Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,657 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center runs 27:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center — Students at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center Compares
See how Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 178, San Andreas, CA 95249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Argonaut High (rated 6.7/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Jackson), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mountain Oaks (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bret Harte Union High (rated 6.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Altaville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Andreas, see our San Andreas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calaveras High San Andreas | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Gold Strike High San Andreas | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| San Andreas Elementary San Andreas | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Mountain Oaks San Andreas | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Calaveras River Academy San Andreas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Oakendell Community San Andreas | 2.8 mi | — |
| Toyon Middle Valley Springs | 4.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Mokelumne Hill Elementary Mokelumne Hill | 6.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Valley Springs Elementary Valley Springs | 8.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Rite of Passage Placerville | 8.2 mi | — |
| Jackson Elementary Jackson | 11.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Calaveras County Special Education (SELPA) Angels Camp | 10.8 mi | — |
| Bret Harte Union High Altaville | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Vallecito Continuation High Angels Camp | 11.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Amador County Special Education Jackson | 11.7 mi | — |
| Jackson Junior High Jackson | 11.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Angels Camp | 11.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Learners Empowered Academic Progress (LEAP) Angels Camp | 11.4 mi | — |
| Argonaut High Jackson | 12.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Jenny Lind Elementary Valley Springs | 10.9 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,864
Median Home Value
$409,000
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
4,696
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
72.8%
Poverty Rate
32.3%
Median Age
57.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center
What grades does Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center serve?
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center?
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center rank in CA?
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center ranks #4,657 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center a charter school?
No, Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center a Title I school?
No, Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center?
58.3% of students at Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Calaveras County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (209) 754-2123
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Calaveras Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,846
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,285
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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