GRANT UNION HIGH SCHOOL

Grant Union High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Twin Rivers Unified school district, located in Sacramento, CA with about 1,934 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 87 teachers, Grant Union High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Grant Union High School, located in the Del Paso Heights neighborhood of Sacramento, California, is a historic institution serving the Twin Rivers Unified School District. Established in 1932, the school carries a deep sense of tradition and school spirit, famously known for its "Pacer" mascot and its long-standing focus on community pride. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse range of academic programs, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and athletic opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Grant Union is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly its highly successful football program and vibrant performing arts department. The school serves a diverse student population and acts as a central hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing the importance of student engagement and personal development. By fostering a supportive environment, Grant Union High School strives to empower its students to overcome local challenges and achieve success in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Grant Union High at (916) 566-3450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838-3624
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GRANT UNION HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Sacramento, CA with about 1,934 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,934
Teachers:
87.15
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,934 students

Hispanic/Latino
51.2%
Black or African American
20.3%
Asian
16.5%
Two or more races
4.8%
White
4.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.