Below Average
#8030 of 9,539 schools in CA
North Area Community
High School · Sacramento County Office of Education
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,030 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#132 of 198
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Sacramento County Office of Education
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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North Area Community
High School in Sacramento · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Area Community
North Area Community is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento County Office of Education. North Area Community serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. North Area Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,030 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Area Community show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, North Area Community is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at North Area Community 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.
North Area Community runs 26:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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North Area Community — Students at North Area Community score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How North Area Community Compares
See how North Area Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 269003, Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Area Community may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Vista Nueva Career and Technology High (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Union High (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Futures High (rated 4.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Nueva Career and Technology High Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Michael J. Castori Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 0.9 mi | — |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Main Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Dyer-Kelly Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Marconi Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| D. W. Babcock Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
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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|---|---|
| Glen View High Beaumont, CA | 4.5 |
| Paloma Creek High Atascadero, CA | 4.5 |
| Goodwill Independent Study Victorville, CA | 4.6 |
| Independence Continuation Placerville, CA | 4.4 |
| North Valley High Anderson, CA | 4.6 |
| Pegasus High San Jose, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Area Community
What grades does North Area Community serve?
North Area Community serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend North Area Community?
North Area Community has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Area Community?
The student-teacher ratio at North Area Community is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Area Community rank in CA?
North Area Community ranks #8,030 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Area Community's MySchoolScout rating?
North Area Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 North Area Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Area Community has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is North Area Community a charter school?
No, North Area Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Area Community a Title I school?
No, North Area Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Area Community?
80.8% of students at North Area Community 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.3%
- Phone
- (916) 228-2073
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 932
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $127,131
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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