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#5211 of 9,533 schools in CA
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High
High School · Sacramento County Office of Education
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sacramento
#83 of 196
public schools
California high schools
#1,095 of 1,892
In district
#4 of 6
Sacramento County Office of Education
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High is an alternative school located in a large suburban area of Sacramento, California. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 268 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers.
As an alternative institution, Elinor Lincoln Hickey offers educational options tailored to diverse learning needs. Academically, Elinor Lincoln Hickey's performance is currently in the lower range compared to other schools in California, ranking at #7387 out of 9566 schools, which places it in the 23rd percentile. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 3.8/10 and its academic score is 1.4/10.
Students show proficiency rates of 10% in ELA/Reading and 7% in Math, indicating areas for improvement but also highlighting opportunities for growth. Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High provides a supportive environment that focuses on student development and alternative learning pathways within its suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High — Students at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High Compares
See how Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 10% (2019) to 5.59% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 9.86% (2024).
Location
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Palmiter Special Education (rated 6.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Encina Preparatory High (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy (rated 3.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmiter Special Education Sacramento | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Howe Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| D. W. Babcock Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| Katherine Johnson Middle Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Encina Preparatory High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Greer Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Dyer-Kelly Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Marconi Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CAPITAL INNOVATIONS ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Capital Innovations Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Cottage Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Shalom School Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| SHALOM SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,689
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,691/mo
Population
40,500
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High has a median household income of $77,689. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $441,300, with a median rent of $1,691/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna, CA | 6.2 |
| Accelerated Charter High Tulare, CA | 6.2 |
| Alessandro High Hemet, CA | 6.2 |
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| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 6.2 |
| GRACE BRETHREN JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Simi Valley, CA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High
What grades does Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High serve?
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High?
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High rank in CA?
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High is ranked #5211 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High has 6.8% math proficiency and 10.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High a charter school?
No, Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High a Title I school?
No, Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High?
65.7% of students at Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. 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
- City Safety
- High (3,332/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sacramento). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 228-2074
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 932
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $127,131
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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