Laguna High

Laguna High is an alternative high school located in Forestville, California, in the heart of Sonoma County. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has a small enrollment of 71 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1, Laguna High provides a more personalized learning environment with five full-time equivalent teachers.

Laguna High's academic performance places it in the fourth percentile among California schools, as indicated by its MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.2 out of 10. In terms of proficiency levels, only 18% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts (ELA) and reading, while just 9% meet the standards in math. Despite these challenges, Laguna High focuses on fostering a supportive community for its students who may benefit from an alternative learning environment.

The school's rural setting near Forestville offers a peaceful backdrop for students to grow academically and personally.

With an enrollment of 71 students, Laguna High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Laguna High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.