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Sentinel High
High School · Waterford Unified
121 South Reinway Ave., Waterford, CA 95386
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Sentinel High
Sentinel High is a public high school in Waterford, CA, part of Waterford Unified. Sentinel High serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Sentinel High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Sentinel High 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.
81% of students at Sentinel 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 121 South Reinway Ave., Waterford, CA 95386
- Website
- waterford.k12.ca.us
- Phone
- (209) 874-9017
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
121 South Reinway Ave., Waterford, CA 95386
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sentinel High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dickens (Billy Joe) High (Continuation) (rated 6.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Hughson). Another option is Waterford High (rated 6.6/10). Additionally, Hughson High (rated 6.5/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Hughson). For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waterford High Waterford | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Lucille Whitehead Intermediate Waterford | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Richard M. Moon Primary Waterford | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Connecting Waters Charter Waterford | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Trinity Knox Classical Academy Waterford | 0.9 mi | — |
| Waterford Junior Waterford | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Hickman Elementary Hickman | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Hickman Charter Hickman | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Hickman Middle Hickman | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Gratton Elementary Denair | 4.5 mi | — |
| Gratton Charter Denair | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Fox Road Elementary Hughson | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Emilie J. Ross Middle Hughson | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Hughson High Hughson | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Hughson Elementary Hughson | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Dickens (Billy Joe) High (Continuation) Hughson | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley Community Day Hughson | 5.6 mi | — |
| HUGHSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hughson | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Denair Elementary Charter Academy Denair | 7.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Denair Charter Academy Denair | 7.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95386 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,336
Median Home Value
$391,100
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
10,410
College Educated
9.8%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sentinel High
What grades does Sentinel High serve?
Sentinel High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sentinel High?
Sentinel High has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sentinel High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sentinel High is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Sentinel High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sentinel High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Sentinel High a charter school?
No, Sentinel High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sentinel High a Title I school?
No, Sentinel High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sentinel High?
88.5% of students at Sentinel 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.8%
- Phone
- (209) 874-9017
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Waterford Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,737
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,508
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