Best Public Schools in Zip Code 93667

This analysis covers four public schools within the Sierra Unified district in the rural mountain community of Tollhouse, CA (zip code 93667), serving a total of 642 students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Among these schools, Sierra High stands out as the strongest performer, with a very high 96.4% graduation rate, zero dropouts, and English proficiency far exceeding state averages. In contrast, Sierra Junior High shows significant academic challenges, particularly in math and for its 8th graders, and represents a key area for district improvement. The two alternative programs, Sierra@Home and Sierra Alternative High, serve smaller, distinct populations with very different profiles in attendance and subject proficiency.

A major district-wide concern is chronic absenteeism, which is notably high at the traditional schools compared to the state average. Despite this challenge, Sierra High achieves excellent outcomes. Parents should note the wide range in per-student spending and program types, from the traditional high school to homeschool and very small alternative settings, which cater to different student needs within this small, close-knit community.