Caring teachers, strong academics
Bay Area Mom · Mar 2026
5.0
Our daughter has thrived here. Teachers know each child by name and reading levels jumped within one semester.
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Public9-12 Verified
Santa Rosa High School
1235 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401·Sonoma County·Santa Rosa City Schools
4.2(176)
Overview
Historic Santa Rosa public high known for its ArtQuest performing arts magnet.
Source: California Department of Education and verified parent reviews.
Academic snapshot
1,900
Enrollment
23:1
Student / teacher
4.2
Parent rating
Free (public)
Tuition
Programs
APArtQuestAthletics
Special education support
This school offers documented services and accommodations. ParentGuider advocates can help you navigate enrollment, IEPs, and 504 Plans.
- Resource Specialist Program
What parents love
- +ArtQuest
- +Diverse
Things to consider
- –Older facilities
Parent reviews
Great community
K-Dad · Feb 2026
4.0
PTA is active, communication is consistent. Pickup logistics can be chaotic but otherwise excellent.
Inclusive and responsive IEP team
SpEd Parent · Jan 2026
5.0
The resource team genuinely partners with families. Our IEP meetings feel collaborative, not adversarial.
Parent Q&A
How does the school handle homework load?+
Most teachers cap homework at grade-appropriate levels; honors classes assign more reading.
What's the transportation situation?+
School buses are available within district boundaries; many families carpool or walk.
How responsive is the office to parent emails?+
Parents report 24-48 hour turnaround on most requests during the school year.
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School data sourced from the California Department of Education (CDE). Parent ratings and reviews shown here are illustrative samples.