Very Good
#2615 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
EL Sereno Alternative Education
High School · San Juan Unified
10700 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,615 of 9,539
In Fair Oaks
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 65
San Juan Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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EL Sereno Alternative Education
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About EL Sereno Alternative Education
EL Sereno Alternative Education is a public high school in Fair Oaks, CA, part of San Juan Unified. EL Sereno Alternative Education serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Sereno Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,615 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Sereno Alternative Education show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, EL Sereno Alternative Education 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 EL Sereno Alternative Education 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.
68% of students at EL Sereno Alternative Education were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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EL Sereno Alternative Education — Students at EL Sereno Alternative Education score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 7.7/10.
How EL Sereno Alternative Education Compares
See how EL Sereno Alternative Education 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
10700 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Sereno Alternative Education may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Meraki High (rated 7.3/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bella Vista High (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meraki High Fair Oaks | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MEL SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Earl Legette Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Bella Vista High Fair Oaks | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Gold River Discovery Center K-8 Gold River | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LOTUS CHILD MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 1.3 mi | — |
| La Vista Center Fair Oaks | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST MARKS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Citrus Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRAMENTO WALDORF SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Kingswood K-8 Citrus Heights | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| CCHAT Center–Sacramento Rancho Cordova | 2.0 mi | — |
| Skycrest Elementary Citrus Heights | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Citrus Heights | 2.0 mi | — |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| W. E. Mitchell Middle Rancho Cordova | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Fair Oaks | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| COUNTRY HILL MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,582
Median Home Value
$615,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
43,783
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Sereno Alternative Education
What grades does EL Sereno Alternative Education serve?
EL Sereno Alternative Education serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend EL Sereno Alternative Education?
EL Sereno Alternative Education has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Sereno Alternative Education?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Sereno Alternative Education is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Sereno Alternative Education rank in CA?
EL Sereno Alternative Education ranks #2,615 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Sereno Alternative Education's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Sereno Alternative Education 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 EL Sereno Alternative Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Sereno Alternative Education has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Sereno Alternative Education a charter school?
No, EL Sereno Alternative Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Sereno Alternative Education a Title I school?
No, EL Sereno Alternative Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Sereno Alternative Education?
44.1% of students at EL Sereno Alternative Education 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
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (916) 971-5060
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #3 of 65
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