2019 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Stockton AreaAbout this List

Middle College High School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 349

Senior: Middle College High School is a great opportunity to take for those interested in earning college credits while taking normal high school courses. It is a small school situated on the San Joaquin Delta College campus; although MCHS doesn't offer a whole lot of clubs, there are events hosted by the college that students can attend during their free time, and the Spirit Rally that takes place each semester rocks! Students find it easy to connect with others and, in my opinion, it feels like family. The teachers and staff are approachable and willing to help when you have a problem. Having the small high school experience alongside the college experience was the right decision - I wouldn't have it any other way! Go dragons!
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• A

• 248 Students
• 29:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln High School

• Lincoln Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 431

Alum: My experience at Lincoln High school was pretty good. I was able to get involved with different clubs and student activities. I was also very comfortable going to teachers when I needed assistance. I really liked how sports and visual/performing arts were almost equally important. There are new facilities and amenities for students and clubs to utilize. I really enjoyed being a member of Link Crew as well as a peer mentor for freshmen. I do have to say, while there was a lot of good happening, the enforcement of different policies could have been handled better. Only certain people would get in trouble for dress code, and students would sometimes get detention for things that really didn't need detention as a punishment. I would also say that the food quality could be improved, but I understand budgets and healthy eating policies, so I didn't mind too much. Overall I enjoyed my experience and time at Lincoln High School!
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• A

• 2,863 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Elkhorn

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• 4-8
• 2

High School Junior: The teachers trusted us. We went above and beyond the usual curriculum. It was a nice, small community where you know a lot of people. The teachers always push the boundaries of our education. But I wouldn't go back because those great teachers apparently aren't there anymore. The great part is that most people there are nerdy to an extent, and there are pretty much never any fights - just a few. I just wish there was a bus, because transportation was an issue, but that's just funding issues. However, the top 40 eighth graders get to go to Catalina - best field trip I've ever gone on.
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• A-

• 269 Students
• 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brookside

• Lincoln Unified School District, CA
• K-8

• A-

• 754 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tracy High School

• Tracy Joint Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 359

Senior: Tracy High is a very welcoming campus! There are an abundance of programs, sports, clubs, and activities so that everyone has a place where they feel at home. Amazing for academics as there are great teachers, and extremely spirited. Homecoming is a big event that the entire school looks forward to, and there are many opportunities to get involved.
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• A-

• 2,108 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Liberty Ranch High School

• Galt Joint Union High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 183

Senior: Liberty Ranch was like any normal high school. The food wasn’t that great, wifi was not good at all, and the facilities were alright. I really liked all of the teachers throughout my high school experience here. They were all really nice and helpful. Although there are a couple that aren’t that good, but other then that I had a good time with the teachers. Another thing that I liked was the school spirit. There were several classes that helped out with this such as Leadership and Link Crew. The best thing at this school was the sports. Our sports teams were amazing. From guys and girls soccer, to guys and girls basketball, to the track and cross country team, as well as our swim team. Some things I would like to see change would be just better technology, and WiFi.
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• A-

• 1,192 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jefferson

• Jefferson Elementary School District (Tracy), CA
• 5-8
• 1

Alum: I attended Jefferson and it was a great experience. The staff really cared about the students and were a great source to turn to for receiving help and addressing concerns. The academics help prepare students well for high school. There was a lack of electives at the time but I took part in the band program, which was really dedicated and one of the most memorable aspects of middle school. The food quality was bad, hopefully it improved from then.
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• B+

• 425 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sierra High School

• Manteca Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 344

Senior: This school offers its students a substantial amount of resources and allows them to create their own, personal career each year. Many teachers have a wide variety of styles that any student can easily adapt to, which helps them prepare for the unpredictability of their futures. There is also a strong and effective athletics program that is heavily integrated in the school's culture and serves as a source of motivation for many. However no school is without flaw. Due to the sport-dominating culture of the school, other programs such as performing arts and clubs may be neglected from time to time. Students often find themselves having little or no time for extracurricular activities because the sport they participate in can be time consuming and even demanding.
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• B+

• 1,421 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manlio Silva Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B+

• 862 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John Muir Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B+

• 629 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Monticello Elementary School

• Jefferson Elementary School District (Tracy), CA
• K-4

• B+

• 414 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Anthony C. Traina Elementary School

• Jefferson Elementary School District (Tracy), CA
• K-8
• 8

Niche User: I am happy with coming here because I met some amazing people that I still communicate with at college, and who I consider family. This school was also great to me because I had very good grades and was able to participate in sports.
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• B+

• 751 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Podesta Ranch Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B+

• 530 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tom Hawkins Elementary School

• Jefferson Elementary School District (Tracy), CA
• K-8

• B+

• 727 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Erma B. Reese Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6
• 5

Parent: Overall, Resse has been a great school. I've had one daughter move on to middile school and my youngest is still attending. Reese is a great environment with staff that are very involved in with their students and the future that each holds.
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• B+

• 648 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ellerth E. Larson Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B+

• 796 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Vinewood Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B+

• 566 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bear Creek High School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 446

Senior: Bear Creek Creek High School is the absolute best learning environment! The teachers are super helpful, and very engaging. They make sure their students understand their class well by providing their best assistance. Accordingly, the counselors are always meeting up with their students making sure they are on the right track to be successful later on in life. The staffs on campus are just amazing! Not to mention, our spirit is the most uplifted. Bear Creek is filled with bruin pride all around. We have numerous of students involved in clubs, leadership classes, campus activities, community services, sports, etc. No doubt Bear Creek is simply just awesome!
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• B

• 2,083 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sierra Middle School

• Lincoln Unified School District, CA
• 7-8

• B

• 665 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John C. Kimball High School

• Tracy Joint Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 377

Senior: I have had an amazing high school experience at Kimball! There are pros and cons to every school, but I do think the administration could expose the students to more college opportunities and information. GO JAGS
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• B

• 1,511 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Julia Morgan Elementary School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6
• 2

Parent: The teachers are caring and helpful. The school is very inclusive. The office staff is welcoming! The PTA is wonderful. I have enjoyed the nine years that my kids have spent there.
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• B

• 539 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tokay High School

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 316

Senior: Tokay High School made my high school experience one of the best I could ever ask for. I attended this high school based on academic reasons that this school possessed over others. Tokay High offered A large number of extra curricular activities and a manageable athletics department. Tokay High excels in academic achievements and you get honored for doing so well in your classes. For say, you average a 4.0 GPA, you get what is called a Bengal card. With this card you get free breakfast burritos at random parts of the year. One of the main reasons I went to Tokay High School was for the AP Physics 1 class they offered. I ended up taking that class and passing the AP test, and now I eventually want to pursue in Engineering. The career center that we have in the library really helped influence on what I would like to pursue in my future. Overall, Tokay High School did there job on helping me strive in academics and stay active in sports and clubs such as NHS, CSF, and Interact Club.
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• B

• 2,057 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Merrill F. West High School

• Tracy Joint Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 381

Senior: One of my favorite things about Merrill West High School is its Space and Engineering Academy. In the academy, students can bond with each other and help each other learn throughout the school year. Also, the academy offers engineering courses that are new, exciting, and non-traditional compared to the other classes. One thing that I do not like about West High is the social isolation between students that take more difficult and rigorous classes and students that take regular classes. I am not sure if educational differences are causing this, but I hope that everyone will find a middle ground.
Read 381 Reviews

• B

• 2,105 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

River Oaks Elementary School

• Galt Joint Union Elementary School District, CA
• K-6

• B

• 559 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

George Lincoln Mosher

• Lodi Unified School District, CA
• K-6

• B

• 548 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio