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Sequoia High

High School · Visalia Unified

1040 North Woodland St, Visalia, CA 93291

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,747 of 9,539

In Visalia

#26 of 50

public schools

In district

#23 of 40

Visalia Unified

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Sequoia High

5.9/10

High School in Visalia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sequoia High

Sequoia High is a public high school in Visalia, CA, part of Visalia Unified. Sequoia High serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,747 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoia High show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sequoia 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency1.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-45.4 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,005

Sequoia High — Students at Sequoia High score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 9.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
1.2%
ELA
10.5%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Sequoia High Compares

See how Sequoia High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in CA
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

1040 North Woodland St, Visalia, CA 93291

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoia High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. University Preparatory High (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Visalia Charter Independent Study (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood High (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Creekside Community Day Visalia 0.2 mi
Green Acres Middle Visalia 0.2 mi 5.2
Houston Elementary Visalia 0.7 mi 5.0
University Preparatory High Visalia 1.0 mi 9.4
Manuel F. Hernandez Visalia 0.9 mi 6.9
Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia 1.2 mi 8.6
Highland Elementary Visalia 1.0 mi 6.1
Redwood High Visalia 1.1 mi 7.5
Royal Oaks Elementary Visalia 1.4 mi 4.0
Divisadero Middle Visalia 1.4 mi 5.0
Conyer Elementary Visalia 1.3 mi 5.4
Global Learning Charter Visalia 1.3 mi 6.4
Shannon Ranch Elementary Visalia 1.6 mi 8.6
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Visalia 1.5 mi 5.6
Mt. Whitney High Visalia 1.5 mi 6.6
Oak Grove Elementary Visalia 1.4 mi 7.6
Riverway Elementary Visalia 1.7 mi 7.6
The Catholic School of Visalia - George McCann Campus Visalia 1.5 mi
Veva Blunt Elementary Visalia 1.6 mi 6.1
GEORGE MCCANN MEMORIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Visalia 1.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,502

Median Home Value

$381,600

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

63,049

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoia High

What grades does Sequoia High serve?

Sequoia High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Sequoia High?

Sequoia High has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia High?

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia High is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequoia High rank in CA?

Sequoia High ranks #5,747 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sequoia High's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoia High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Sequoia High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia High has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sequoia High a charter school?

No, Sequoia High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sequoia High a Title I school?

No, Sequoia High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia High?

80.9% of students at Sequoia 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

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Midsize City
County
Tulare County
4-Year Graduation
50.0%

District

Visalia Unified
District Enrollment
28,893
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,005
District Rank
#23 of 40

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