2023 Best International Baccalaureate Schools in the Sacramento Area

• Roseville Joint Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  332 reviews

Alum: I had an amazing time at GBHS! I felt very supported by administration and teachers, and they truly cared about my success and readiness for post-high school adventures. I felt very prepared going into college which I am very grateful for. I had wonderful teachers who I felt very connected to and inspired by. I loved the wholesome and energetic culture at GBHS.... Read 332 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,026

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• San Juan Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  371 reviews

Senior: There is a place and community for everyone. The social-emotional and academic inclusion is better than I've seen at any other school. The community is incredibly welcoming and accepting of everyone. There is a club for anything and everything, and if there isn't, there is a teacher or staff member willing to supervise a new one. The teachers are generally incredibly knowledgable about their subject areas. They are also extremely understanding of stress and emotional strain that simply a high school student causes so they have compassion for all of our issues.The school itself, the buildings, are generally old and lack technology for more technologically integrated learning environments.... Read 371 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,725

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Roseville Joint Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  330 reviews

Senior: Oakmont High School is a fairly good school who take pride in their students academics and overall sports. They provide students with a variety of sports and clubs to offer, and have great academic programs such as their health academy that's prepares students for work as healthcare professionals along with access to the AP and IB programs and classes. The demographics of the school is fairly diverse with many students from different cultural backgrounds along with economic. Being a older school comes with rich traditions and school culture. Despite being an older school it is nicely kept and updated in many of the classrooms. It is a great choice of a school and have many students from different districts and the school has been known to invite high achieving students from other schools to attend there. With such a large group of students, there are always adapting and adding new classrooms and teachers and when applicable, taking them away.... Read 330 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,840

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Elk Grove Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  490 reviews

Alum: While I had qualms with the administration, they are out of the way enough that it is not commonly an issue. With the teachers I had, at worse they were mediocre, but the large majority of them were fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, empathetic and passionate. My math and Physics teachers were a large reason why I have been successful, and the students would constantly praise them for making the class better. The teachers worked hard to improve the school, which has an undeserved bad reputation. The clubs were amazing, in my tenure at the school, I saw academic clubs form and have huge academic success, winning math and science competitions that other schools had dominated for a decade. The schools' diversity split is unbelievable, one of the highest in the US. The cultural, and social clubs had a huge reach, the Christian club giving speeches to hundreds of students every month. And in my time I saw the rise in student acceptances to prestigious institutions skyrocket!... Read 490 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 2,115

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Natomas Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  463 reviews

Senior: Inderkum High School is a great school! Just like any other place, it has its ups and downs but that's OKAY! I have attended here since 2017 and will graduate this year (2021). I have participated in many sports and clubs as well as both AP and IB programs and their CP Classes (regular). To ensure your child (or you) receive the best education, I highly recommend you join one of the Academic Programs. The teachers are much better, nevertheless, students are still subjected to the same academic equipment. There tend to be better opportunities for IB students. Unfortunately, the school does not have a great spirit but if you join clubs and sports it will be a blast! I personally loved this school and it is super important to make relationships with the staff, teachers, and admin. IT HELPS A LOT! Also, the district tries to keep the school accessible for all students and all tests minus the ACT are paid for :)... Read 463 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 2,316

• Student-teacher ratio 26:1

• Folsom-Cordova Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  356 reviews

Senior: As a student who has been attending Cordova High School, I have a large experience. When I first started high school in 9th grade, Cordova did not fail to make sure the freshmen attending their schools were lost at any point. There were many friendly older students who volunteered to help freshmen adjust to the new environment and even older students outside the volunteer who helped the younger student with directions to class. Cordova offers many helps and resources for students of all ages and grades to prepare for the next thing in life, though there are times when teachers were questionable on the way they taught things, but most teachers were not like that. Most teachers were like able and dedicated to their jobs on helping students, and always made students feel welcomed. The environment of the school is friendly and it’s relatable for all students as it’s the most diverse school in the Folsom district. Overall Cordova is a great school to attend to.... Read 356 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,955

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Sacramento City Unified School District, CA•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  5 reviews

Senior: Good school with a strong focus on college preparation, requires art. Drama, science and math. Minimal sports, soccer, golf and volleyball... Read 5 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 583

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Sacramento City Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  519 reviews

Senior: Luther Burbank High School is a school full of opportunities! There are 5 different small learning communities that students can choose from. Of the 5 small learning communities (Law and Social Justice, Food and Health Science, Media and Arts Technology, Building Trades Academy, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program) I believe all of the small learning communities allow students to be successful in their own ways. Luther Burbank High School is a supportive environment that provides students with several opportunities to achieve their long-term goals. As a current student at Luther Burbank High School, I believe I have had a positive educational experience and have had a lot of fun serving as the Associate Student Body of Luther Burbank. I've learned and experienced the duties of being a student and a school role model that will help me achieve success in the future.... Read 519 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 1,699

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Sacramento, CA•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Works Here: The school has moved to 900 Grade Avenue in Sacramento and is in a beautiful, brand new building. The test scores have gone up and are now over 26% in ELA and 18% in Mathematics. They have wonderful and hardworking administration and staff who work with families. This place is a hidden treasure!... Read 2 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 470

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1