Placer High

www.puhsd.k12.ca.us

1,310 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Placer High School, located in the historic town of Auburn, California, is a long-standing pillar of the Placer Union High School District. Established in 1897, it holds the distinction of being the oldest high school in the district and one of the oldest in the state, fostering a rich tradition of academic and athletic excellence. The campus is known for its blend of historic charm and modern educational facilities, serving as a central hub for the local community and providing a comprehensive high school experience for students in the surrounding region.

The school offers a diverse range of academic programs, including rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities. Placer High is perhaps best known for its spirited "Hillmen" pride, with a deeply ingrained culture of school spirit, competitive athletics, and community involvement. By balancing a commitment to its historic legacy with a forward-looking approach to college and career readiness, Placer High continues to be a focal point for student development in the Auburn area.

1,310

Total Students

62.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

28.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Placer High
Demographic	Student Count
White	782
Hispanic	336
Black	13
Asian	34
Two or More	120
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	5

White
782 (60.1 %)
Hispanic
336 (25.8 %)
Two or More
120 (9.2 %)
Asian
34 (2.6 %)
Black
13 (1.0 %)
American Indian
11 (0.8 %)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.4 %)

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:	Placer Union High
Phone:	(530)885-4581
Website:	http://www.puhsd.k12.ca.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,310
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	62.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	372
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 297

Grade 10 357

Grade 11 314

Grade 12 342