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#5623 of 9,539 schools in CA
Florin High
High School · Elk Grove Unified
7956 Cottonwood Ln., Sacramento, CA 95828
Enrollment
1,663
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,663
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,623 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#74 of 198
public schools
In district
#45 of 67
Elk Grove Unified
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Florin High
Florin High is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Elk Grove Unified. Florin High serves approximately 1,663 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Florin High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,623 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Florin High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Florin High 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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Florin High — Students at Florin High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.4/10.
How Florin High Compares
See how Florin 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
7956 Cottonwood Ln., Sacramento, CA 95828
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florin High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Calvine High (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Monterey Trail High (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Elk Grove), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High (rated 3.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Isabelle Jackson Elementary Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mary Tsukamoto Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Anna Kirchgater Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Edward Harris Jr. Middle Elk Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Calvine High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Monterey Trail High Elk Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Raymond Case Elementary Elk Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Roy Herburger Elementary Elk Grove | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Florin Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MERRYHILL SCHOOL CALVINE Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Irene B. West Elementary Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Herman Leimbach Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| James Rutter Middle Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Peter's Lutheran School Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| David Reese Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MILHOUS SCHOOL INC. - GERBER Sacramento | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,524
Median Home Value
$377,300
Median Rent
$1,709/mo
Population
60,532
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florin High
What grades does Florin High serve?
Florin High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Florin High?
Florin High has an enrollment of approximately 1,663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florin High?
The student-teacher ratio at Florin High is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florin High rank in CA?
Florin High ranks #5,623 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Florin High's MySchoolScout rating?
Florin High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Florin High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florin High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Florin High a charter school?
No, Florin High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florin High a Title I school?
No, Florin High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florin High?
77.9% of students at Florin 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
- 1,663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (916) 689-8600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
Resources & Links
District
Elk Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 62,603
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #45 of 67
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