At a glance
Reported students
2,858
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
134.19
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
583.5
Sunnyside High: 2,858 reported students.
State peer staffing position
67th percentile
21.3:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,916
- Teachers (FTE)
- 130.03
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.4:1
What the reported data says about Sunnyside High
Sunnyside High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Fresno. It is one of 101 current school records connected to Fresno Unified. NCES reports 2,858 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.3:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (68.7%) and Asian (20.9%). English learners represent 18.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 18 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Sunnyside High
- 1How do the reported 21.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 134.19 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 13 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 87.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 13
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.2%
- Hispanic68.7%
- Black5.8%
- Asian20.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial1.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
18 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Fresno Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Bullard High
High · Grades 09–12
2,485 reported students
Edison High
High · Grades 09–12
2,339 reported students
Roosevelt High
High · Grades 09–12
2,175 reported students
McLane High
High · Grades 09–12
2,056 reported students
Herbert Hoover High
High · Grades 09–12
2,040 reported students
Fresno High
High · Grades 09–12
1,867 reported students
Public schools near Sunnyside High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Secondary High · Fresno Unified | 07–12 | 53 | 1.3 mi |
| Roosevelt High High · Fresno Unified | 09–12 | 2,175 | 2.1 mi |
| Farber School of Credit Attainment High · Fresno Unified | 09–12 | 439 | 2.3 mi |
| Sanger West High High · Sanger Unified | 09–12 | 1,438 | 2.5 mi |
| Violet Heintz Education Academy High · Fresno County Office of Education | 07–12 | 59 | 2.7 mi |
| McLane High High · Fresno Unified | 09–12 | 2,056 | 3.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Sunnyside High
What grades does Sunnyside High serve?
Sunnyside High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Fresno Unified.
How many students attend Sunnyside High?
Sunnyside High reported 2,858 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,916 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Sunnyside High?
The calculated ratio is 21.3:1, based on 2,858 students and 134.19 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Sunnyside High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Sunnyside High is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Sunnyside High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
87.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Sunnyside High in?
Sunnyside High is part of Fresno Unified, based in Fresno, CA, which operates 101 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Sunnyside High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Phoenix Secondary (1.3 mi), Roosevelt High (2.1 mi), Farber School of Credit Attainment (2.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.