Needs Improvement
#9487 of 9,539 schools in CA
Highlands Community Charter
School · Highlands Community Charter District
1333 Grand Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 196 schools in Sacramento. Learn more
Enrollment
9,069
Student-Teacher
73.7:1
Score
2.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
9,069
Student-Teacher
73.7:1
Score
2.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,487 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#197 of 198
public schools
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Highlands Community Charter
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About Highlands Community Charter
Highlands Community Charter is a public school in Sacramento, CA, part of Highlands Community Charter District. Highlands Community Charter serves approximately 9,069 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 73.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Highlands Community Charter is a large school: 9,069 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.
Highlands Community Charter runs 73.7:1 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.
Highlands Community Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Highlands Community Charter Compares
See how Highlands Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1333 Grand Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Community Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Keema School for Independent Study (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Higher Learning Academy (rated 3.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 3.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 0.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 0.1 mi | — |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.1 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 |
| Main Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 1.5 mi | — |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Community Charter
What grades does Highlands Community Charter serve?
Highlands Community Charter serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Highlands Community Charter?
Highlands Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 9,069 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Community Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Community Charter is 73.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Community Charter rank in CA?
Highlands Community Charter ranks #9,487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highlands Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Highlands Community Charter a charter school?
Yes, Highlands Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Highlands Community Charter a Title I school?
No, Highlands Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Community Charter?
97.0% of students at Highlands Community Charter 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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9,069
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 73.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.4%
- Phone
- (916) 844-2283
- 4-Year Graduation
- 2.0%
Resources & Links
District
Highlands Community Charter District- District Enrollment
- 9,069
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,008
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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