HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY CHARTER

Highlands Community Charter is a public charter school that is part of the Twin Rivers Unified school district, located in Sacramento, CA with about 1,856 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Highlands Community Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 46:1. 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.

Highlands Community Charter and Technical School (HCCTS) is a unique, tuition-free public charter school located in Sacramento, California, specifically designed to serve adults aged 18 and older who have not yet completed their high school education. The school provides a supportive environment for students who have faced barriers to traditional schooling, offering them a second chance to earn their high school diploma. Beyond academics, the institution places a strong emphasis on career readiness, integrating vocational and technical training into its curriculum to help students transition directly into the workforce.

The school is notable for its holistic approach to education, providing wrap-around support services such as childcare, transportation assistance, and English Language Learner (ELL) programs to ensure that students can overcome obstacles to their success. By combining core academic coursework with industry-recognized certificate programs—spanning fields like construction, healthcare, and technology—Highlands Community Charter empowers its students to not only finish their secondary education but also secure stable, living-wage employment. It serves as a vital resource for the Sacramento community, focusing on breaking the cycle of poverty through education and professional empowerment.

For more information, contact Highlands Community Charter at (916) 844-2283 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.