Serving 2,749 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyside High School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunnyside High School's student population of 2,749 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Sunnyside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside High School is 0.47, 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
#7465 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Sunnyside High School is ranked #7465 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunnyside High School often compared to?
Sunnyside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Bullard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyside High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sunnyside High School?
2,749 students attend Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sunnyside High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside High School?
Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunnyside High School offer ?
Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunnyside High School part of?
Sunnyside High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyside High School located?
Sunnyside High School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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