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Fullerton Joint Union High School District

Sonora High School

#332 in Best Public High Schools in California
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • La Habra, CA
  • 324 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Sonora High School is a highly rated, public school located in La Habra, CA. It has 1,941 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 28 to 1. According to state test scores, 41% of students are at least proficient in math and 76% in reading.
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    (562) 266-2003
    401 S. Palm St.
    La Habra, CA 90631
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    76%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    41%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1200
    284 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    92 responses
    AP Enrollment
    33%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $93,703
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,794
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $635,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.33 responses
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.33 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 141 responses
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    • The annual food drive.
      21%
    • Basketball games are very fun because of spirit
      15%
    • The annual food drive for poor families
      13%
    • School assemblies.
      11%
    • Extravaganza
      9%
    • Lipsync or Mr. Sonora
      7%
    • La Vida run by the FCA Club
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,941
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    49%
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.40 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.40 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.40 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    28:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $102,598
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.7%
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.51 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.51 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.51 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,301/ year
    National
    $12,239
    94%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.54 responses
    48%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.54 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.54 responses
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    Throughout my four years at sonora, my favorite part was that it has always felt safe, and I knew that there would always be someone I could trust there, whether it be a teacher, counselor, or other student. Since my first year there, everyone has been friendly to each other despite differences and not knowing one another. Something that I would like to see change however is the school spirit. Even though everyone is incredibly friendly, I feel that the school spirit isn’t that high because Administration doesn’t always allow certain in school activities that other surrounding schools would allow. This is because Sonora is incredibly focused on academics so this could be seen as a positive as well.
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    I really enjoyed my time at Sonora High School. During those 4 years, I developed great friendships and life skills that I now use in everyday life. I am thankful for the staff and faculty that encouraged me in my academic growth and pushed be to better myself. I was challenged by the academic rigor of the Honors, AP and IB courses offered, which also greatly prepared me for college. The clubs and after-school sports offered allowed me to get to know other students with my interests and find a place I felt welcome. I would recommend Sonora High School for anyone!
    So I am a senior and going to graduate in May of this year (2020). Overall, I had a good time at Sonora high school, but it wasn’t because of the school itself, but the people I met instead. The school is very average and all indoors which is a little strange you miss out on things that outdoor schools have but the temperature Is consistent at least. The school has some annoying rules and there are a few teachers and admin that get on my nerves but that’s any high school. We have sports and band but they aren’t anything to brag about. Overall very good.