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Sierra High

High School · San Bernardino City Unified

570 East Ninth St., San Bernardino, CA 92410

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,722 of 9,539

In San Bernardino

#41 of 73

public schools

In district

#41 of 71

San Bernardino City Unified

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Sierra High

5.9/10

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

E. Neal Roberts Elementary

5.2/10

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8.4/10

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About Sierra High

Sierra High is a public high school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Sierra High serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,722 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sierra High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sierra 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 Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-45 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate54%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,064

Sierra High — Students at Sierra High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 5.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 9.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 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
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
0.5%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
0.5%
ELA
9%
2024
Math
2.6%
ELA
10.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Sierra High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in CA
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

570 East Ninth St., San Bernardino, CA 92410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sierra High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pacific High (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Indian Springs High (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
E. Neal Roberts Elementary San Bernardino 0.1 mi 5.2
Bradley Elementary San Bernardino 0.5 mi 8.4
Sierra School at San Bernardino City San Bernardino 0.6 mi
Savant Preparatory Academy of Business San Bernardino 0.6 mi 8.3
Anderson San Bernardino 0.7 mi 4.5
Monterey Elementary San Bernardino 0.7 mi 3.5
Roger Anton Elementary San Bernardino 0.8 mi 4.7
Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino 0.8 mi 6.4
San Bernardino Co Juve Detention and Assessment Center San Bernardino 1.0 mi 5.6
Bing Wong Elementary San Bernardino 0.9 mi 3.9
Lincoln Elementary San Bernardino 1.0 mi 3.9
Pacific High San Bernardino 1.1 mi 6.2
Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego 1.1 mi 7.8
Woodward Leadership Academy San Bernardino 1.1 mi 7.5
H. Frank Dominguez Elementary San Bernardino 1.2 mi 6.5
Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino 1.3 mi 3.8
Indian Springs High San Bernardino 1.1 mi 6.2
Curtis Middle San Bernardino 1.2 mi 6.5
Fairfax Elementary San Bernardino 1.3 mi 4.7
Community School/Independent Alternative Education San Bernardino 1.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,390

Median Home Value

$273,700

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

48,286

College Educated

6.1%

Homeownership

41.8%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sierra High

What grades does Sierra High serve?

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

How many students attend Sierra High?

Sierra High has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra High?

The student-teacher ratio at Sierra High is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sierra High rank in CA?

Sierra High ranks #5,722 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sierra High's MySchoolScout rating?

Sierra 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 Sierra High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sierra High a charter school?

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

Is Sierra High a Title I school?

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

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

96.4% of students at Sierra 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Midsize City
County
San Bernardino County
4-Year Graduation
54.0%

District

San Bernardino City Unified
District Enrollment
44,712
Schools in District
76
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,064
District Rank
#41 of 71

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