Sonoma Valley High School is a public high school located in Sonoma, California with approximately 1,127 students as of 2022. It was founded in 1891 and held its first commencement in 1894. It moved to its current campus in 1922. Since that time, there have been numerous additions to campus facilities.
Serving 1,125 students in grades 9-12, Sonoma Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonoma Valley High School's student population of 1,125 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1891
School Rankings
Sonoma Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoma Valley High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4442 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Valley High School's ranking?
Sonoma Valley High School is ranked #4442 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sonoma Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Sonoma Valley High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sonoma Valley High School?
1,125 students attend Sonoma Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sonoma Valley High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoma Valley High School?
Sonoma Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sonoma Valley High School offer ?
Sonoma Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sonoma Valley High School part of?
Sonoma Valley High School is part of Sonoma Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - Early Release
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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