Very Good
#2421 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Discovery High
High School · Natomas Unified
3401 Fong Ranch Rd., Sacramento, CA 95834
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,421 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#27 of 198
public schools
In district
#5 of 19
Natomas Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Discovery High
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About Discovery High
Discovery High is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Natomas Unified. Discovery High serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Discovery High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,421 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Discovery High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Discovery High 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 Discovery High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Discovery High — Students at Discovery High score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Discovery High Compares
See how Discovery High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3401 Fong Ranch Rd., Sacramento, CA 95834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Discovery High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Natomas High (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Natomas High Sacramento | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Shawna Huston Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Jimenez Academy Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| American Lakes Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| JIE PING ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Dar-ul-Madinah Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| DAR-UL-MADINAH Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Bannon Creek Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Larry G. Meeks Academy Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| 21st Century STEM Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| READ Academy of Sacramento Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Natomas Charter Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,169
Median Home Value
$518,300
Median Rent
$1,734/mo
Population
35,062
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Discovery High
What grades does Discovery High serve?
Discovery High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Discovery High?
Discovery High has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery High?
The student-teacher ratio at Discovery High is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Discovery High rank in CA?
Discovery High ranks #2,421 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Discovery High's MySchoolScout rating?
Discovery High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Discovery High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Discovery High a charter school?
No, Discovery High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Discovery High a Title I school?
No, Discovery High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Discovery High?
81.2% of students at Discovery High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 928-5200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Natomas Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,950
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,964
- District Rank
- #5 of 19
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