Sonora High

(562)266-2003

1,730 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Sonora High School, located in La Habra, California, is a comprehensive public high school serving the North Orange County community as part of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. Established in 1965, the school maintains a long-standing tradition of academic rigor and extracurricular engagement. It is well-regarded for its diverse educational programs, which include a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and robust visual and performing arts departments designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Sonora High is deeply rooted in school spirit and community involvement, often characterized by its competitive athletic programs and an array of student-led clubs. The campus culture emphasizes a balance between scholastic achievement and personal development, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to participate in traditions like the "Raider" pride movement. By focusing on both student support services and holistic development, Sonora High strives to create a well-rounded experience that helps its students transition successfully into their post-secondary lives.

1,730

Total Students

72.8

Full-Time Teachers

23.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

68.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sonora High
Demographic	Student Count
White	179
Hispanic	1,253
Black	27
Asian	143
Two or More	124
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
1,253 (72.5 %)
White
179 (10.4 %)
Asian
143 (8.3 %)
Two or More
124 (7.2 %)
Black
27 (1.6 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

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:	Fullerton Joint Union High
Phone:	(562)266-2003
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,730
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	72.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	882
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	301

* 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 9 463

Grade 10 465

Grade 11 402

Grade 12 400