Needs Improvement
#9162 of 9,539 schools in CA
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High
High School · Sacramento County Office of Education
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,162 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#182 of 198
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Sacramento County Office of Education
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento County Office of Education.
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 29.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,162 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High runs 29.6:1 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.
83% of students at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. 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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Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High — Students at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 8.4/10.
How Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High Compares
See how Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Monterey Trail High (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Elk Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Florin High (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Cazadero High (Continuation) (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Florin Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| James Rutter Middle Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Anna Kirchgater Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| David Reese Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Florin High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Isabelle Jackson Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Samuel Kennedy Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Herman Leimbach Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Mustard Seed Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Las Flores High (Alternative) Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Homeo-Balance Academy Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rio Cazadero High (Continuation) Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Camellia Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Mary Tsukamoto Elementary Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Fortune Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Monterey Trail High Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Edward Harris Jr. Middle Elk Grove | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Elder Creek Elementary Sacramento | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Prairie Elementary Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,689
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,691/mo
Population
40,500
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High
What grades does Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High serve?
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High?
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High is 29.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High rank in CA?
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High ranks #9,162 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High a charter school?
No, Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High?
66.2% of students at Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.1%
- Phone
- (916) 228-2329
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 932
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $127,131
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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