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Sierra Alternative High
High School · Sierra Unified
33280 Lodge Rd., Tollhouse, CA 93667
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Sierra Alternative High
High School in Tollhouse · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sierra Alternative High
Sierra Alternative High is a public high school in Tollhouse, CA, part of Sierra Unified. Sierra Alternative High serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23:1 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 Sierra Alternative High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, Sierra Alternative 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.
Sierra Alternative High runs 23:1 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.
Sierra Alternative High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Address
- 33280 Lodge Rd., Tollhouse, CA 93667
- Website
- sierrausd.org/alternative
- Phone
- (559) 855-3020
- 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.
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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.
How Sierra Alternative High Compares
See how Sierra Alternative High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
33280 Lodge Rd., Tollhouse, CA 93667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Alternative High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Quail Lake Environmental Charter (rated 8.3/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Clovis). Another option is Dry Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Clovis). Additionally, Fairmont Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Sanger). For more schools in Tollhouse, see our Tollhouse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra High Tollhouse | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Sierra Junior High Tollhouse | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Sierra@Home Tollhouse | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Sierra Heights Academy Prather | 3.1 mi | — |
| Foothill Elementary Prather | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Fisher Academy Tollhouse | 5.2 mi | — |
| Pine Ridge Elementary Auberry | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| North Fork Elementary North Fork | 13.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Mountain Oaks High North Fork | 13.5 mi | — |
| Imladris Living School North Fork | 13.4 mi | — |
| Bud Rank Elementary Clovis | 15.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Sfumato Clovis | 16.1 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Elementary O'Neals | 14.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Applied Scholastics Online Academy Lake Mathews | 18.0 mi | — |
| Big Creek Elementary Big Creek | 16.1 mi | — |
| Logos Christian Conservatory Clovis | 17.3 mi | — |
| Fairmont Elementary Sanger | 18.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Quail Lake Environmental Charter Clovis | 18.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Dry Creek Elementary Clovis | 17.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cedarwood Elementary Clovis | 18.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,900
Median Home Value
$354,900
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
2,118
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
85.1%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Alternative High
What grades does Sierra Alternative High serve?
Sierra Alternative High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sierra Alternative High?
Sierra Alternative High has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Alternative High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Alternative High is 23:1. 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 Sierra Alternative High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Alternative High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Sierra Alternative High a charter school?
No, Sierra Alternative High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Alternative High a Title I school?
No, Sierra Alternative High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Alternative High?
65.2% of students at Sierra Alternative 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
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 855-3020
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Sierra Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,292
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,326
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