School Overview
La Sierra High School, located on La Sierra Avenue in Riverside, California, serves as a prominent public secondary institution within the Riverside Unified School District. As a staple of its local community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse range of extracurricular activities. The campus is designed to support a comprehensive high school experience, providing students with access to traditional coursework, vocational programs, and various athletic and arts-based opportunities aimed at preparing them for post-secondary success.

Beyond its core curriculum, La Sierra High School places a strong emphasis on cultivating school spirit and fostering a supportive social environment for its diverse student body. The school frequently engages in initiatives designed to improve campus culture and ensure that students are equipped with both the technical skills and the social-emotional foundation necessary for their future careers. By bridging the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, the school remains a focal point for families in the Riverside area looking to provide their children with a well-rounded public education.
1,514
Total Students
71.8
Full-Time Teachers
21.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Sierra High
Demographic Student Count
White104
Hispanic1,241
Black69
Asian73
Two or More19
American Indian3
Pacific Islander5
  • Hispanic
    1,241 (82.0%)
  • White
    104 (6.9%)
  • Asian
    73 (4.8%)
  • Black
    69 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    19 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Alvord Unified
Phone: (909)358-1725
Website: http://www.alvordschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,514
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,068
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 263
Grades Taught
Grade 9 420
Grade 10 365
Grade 11 405
Grade 12 324

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for La Sierra High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9420
Grade 10365
Grade 11405
Grade 12324
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for La Sierra High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female73348.4%
Male78151.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)