Serving 190 students in grades 9-12, The Met ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Met ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Met's student population of 190 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Met ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Met is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5238 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
33%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Met's ranking?
The Met is ranked #5238 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are The Met often compared to?
The Metis often viewed alongside schools like C. K. Mcclatchy High School, John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Met?
The graduation rate of The Met is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Met?
190 students attend The Met.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of The Met students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Met?
The Met has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The Met offer ?
The Met offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Met part of?
The Met is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is The Met located?
The Met is located in the Southside Park neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southside Park.
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