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#4044 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Grant Union High
High School · Twin Rivers Unified
1400 Grand Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
2,016
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,016
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,044 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#51 of 198
public schools
In district
#16 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Grant Union High
Grant Union High is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Grant Union High serves approximately 2,016 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Union High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,044 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Union High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Grant Union High is a large school: 2,016 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Grant Union High runs 21.2:1 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.
40% of students at Grant Union 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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Grant Union High — Students at Grant Union High score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.9/10.
How Grant Union High Compares
See how Grant Union 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
1400 Grand Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Union High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Vista Nueva Career and Technology High (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Area Community (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Futures High (rated 4.3/10, 1.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 2.5 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 0.2 mi | — |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Michael J. Castori Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| North Area Community Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Vista Nueva Career and Technology High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Main Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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| Bonita Vista Senior High Chula Vista, CA | 6.7 |
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| Dinuba High Dinuba, CA | 6.7 |
| Hilltop Senior High Chula Vista, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Union High
What grades does Grant Union High serve?
Grant Union High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Grant Union High?
Grant Union High has an enrollment of approximately 2,016 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Union High?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Union High is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Union High rank in CA?
Grant Union High ranks #4,044 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grant Union High's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Union High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Grant Union High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Union High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grant Union High a charter school?
No, Grant Union High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Union High a Title I school?
No, Grant Union High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Union High?
90.9% of students at Grant Union 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,016
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3450
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #16 of 43
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