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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Sentinel High
Sentinel High is a public high school in Waterford, CA, part of the Waterford Unified. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,336, where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Sentinel 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.
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 4 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
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. Waterford High (rated 5.5/10). Another option is Hughson High (rated 4.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Hughson). Additionally, Dickens (Billy Joe) High (Continuation) (rated 4.7/10, 5.6 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 | 5.5 |
| Lucille Whitehead Intermediate Waterford | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Richard M. Moon Primary Waterford | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Connecting Waters Charter Waterford | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Trinity Knox Classical Academy Waterford | 0.9 mi | — |
| Waterford Junior Waterford | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Hickman Elementary Hickman | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Hickman Charter Hickman | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Hickman Middle Hickman | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Gratton Elementary Denair | 4.5 mi | — |
| Gratton Charter Denair | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Fox Road Elementary Hughson | 5.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Emilie J. Ross Middle Hughson | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Hughson High Hughson | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Hughson Elementary Hughson | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Dickens (Billy Joe) High (Continuation) Hughson | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Valley Community Day Hughson | 5.6 mi | — |
| HUGHSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hughson | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Denair Elementary Charter Academy Denair | 7.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Denair Charter Academy Denair | 7.7 mi | 6.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sentinel High has a median household income of $71,336. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $391,100, with a median rent of $1,543/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.6%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Sentinel High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,076/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Waterford). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (209) 874-9017
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Waterford Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,737
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,508
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