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#4428 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Highlands High
High School · Twin Rivers Unified
6601 Guthrie Way, North Highlands, CA 95660
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,428 of 9,539
In North Highlands
#3 of 12
public schools
In district
#18 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Highlands High
Highlands High is a public high school in North Highlands, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Highlands High serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Highlands 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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Highlands High — Students at Highlands High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
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: 7.8/10.
How Highlands High Compares
See how Highlands 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
6601 Guthrie Way, North Highlands, CA 95660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Miles P. Richmond (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Antelope High (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Antelope), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pacific Career and Technology High (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Highlands, see our North Highlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Elementary North Highlands | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Chesterton Academy of Sacramento North Highlands | 0.2 mi | — |
| Miles P. Richmond North Highlands | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Warren A. Allison Elementary North Highlands | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Kohler Elementary North Highlands | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Ridgepoint Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Foothill High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Village Elementary North Highlands | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Pacific Career and Technology High North Highlands | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Frontier Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Foothill Ranch Middle Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Creative Connections Arts Academy North Highlands | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ANTELOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Antelope | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Woodridge Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Barrett Ranch Elementary Antelope | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pioneer Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra View Elementary North Highlands | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Antelope High Antelope | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| North Country Elementary Antelope | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Foothill Oaks Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,957
Median Home Value
$330,600
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
35,668
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
33.1
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|---|---|
| Alliance Margaret M. Bloomfield Technology Academy High Huntington Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Bret Harte Union High Altaville, CA | 6.5 |
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| Hilmar High Hilmar, CA | 6.5 |
| Horace Mann UCLA Community Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands High
What grades does Highlands High serve?
Highlands High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Highlands High?
Highlands High has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands High?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands High is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands High rank in CA?
Highlands High ranks #4,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highlands High's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Highlands High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands High a charter school?
No, Highlands High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands High a Title I school?
No, Highlands High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands High?
87.5% of students at Highlands 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
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3465
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #18 of 43
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