I am an incoming senior at Hiram Johnson High School and i have no regrets about coming here. When i started out my freshmen year, i had the opportunity to go to CKM or Christian Brothers, however, i ended up coming to Hiram Johnson. At first, i was like man i dont want to go there. However, after
... Read more settling in for a couple of weeks, i realized that it wasnt such a bad school over all.. The Staff are really inspring and motivating role models. There are man unique teachers here. However, one bad thing about this school is the lack of desire students have to succeed. They were born raised in struggling conditions. What i dont like is how Hiram Johnson is criticized for being such a bad school when we are the ones that have to deal with the most adversities. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/16/09
My daughter is a senior at HJHS. There are many teachers that are horrible, and a few really good teachers. I am very active in her life, and try to interact regularly with staff/admin. Many welcome this, but a few resent my participation. There should be better standards for the school administration,
... Read more including teachers. There should be ongoing training and screening not just for current teachers, but substitutes as well. Just because you received your teaching credentials 20 years ago doesn't necessarily mean you are up to date and capable of interacting with the youth of today. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/08
My daughter is currently a junior at HJHS. Although the administration clearly has good intentions, some of the most academically challenged kids are still falling through the cracks. There is virtually no parent communication and absolutely no parent participation. Some of the staff have a complete
... Read more and total disregard for underachievers. If you are located in this school's boundaries, I would think long and hard before I decided to send my child to HJHS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/17/07
I graduated from Johnson high 2 years ago. The school was undergoing alot of changes my last two years there, but overall I had a good experience, and I am currently going to a university. I will be honest, the school can definately use some improvement,in both the curriculum and the individuals they
... Read more staf, but people are not perfect. The one thing I can say is that I do not regret my decision to stay at Johnson insteat of transferring when we moved out of the district Read less
Posted by a former student on 04/28/07
I am a student at Hiram Johnson Hugh School and I dont think that the school is very bad. I think that there can be better staff but the school builds alot of character for students.
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Posted by a former student on 12/20/06
Hiram Johnson has such wonderful students who deserve the best. Unfortunately, because many of them come from homes that are not middle or upper class, the school does not have the same funds to provide them the same opportunities as schools in upper class neighborhoods. Lack of support makes it difficult
... Read more for teachers to retain their dedication and commitment in the district when they are told their hard work does not matter in the form of a lay off notice. Hopefully, the school will be able to retain its high quality teachers. The students deserve the best. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 05/17/06
Wonderful friendly feel to the campus despite a facility in need of renovation. Students very cohesive and inclusive towards one another. Lots of afterschool clubs.
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Posted by a parent on 08/27/05
I know the state makes the kids test but, I wish they had classes to learn a trade and get an apprenticeship when they graduate.
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Posted by a former student on 08/16/05
I have heard bad rumors about Hiram Johnson, but I believe those to be only rumors. It seems like the press over emphasize the bad things that happen, and don't cover all the wonderful things that are going on at Hiram Johnson. I think that if the community becomes involved in the school even more,
... Read more then that bad press will hopefully end. The kids might have a better ourlook on the school, and care more about taking care of it, rather than 'living up to' that bad reputation. Read less
Posted by a student on 11/12/04
I wasn't fond of sending my son to Johnson, I didn't hear anything nice about the school, so I made a deal with my son, the first bad thing that happens I will pull him out. My son loves it there, he likes all his teachers, and Mrs. Lafoya. Not saying the school doesn't have there problems but all schools
... Read more do, and this one came a long way and still has a ways to go, but my son has good friends, he is on the football team, and honor roll! Read less
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Sacramento schools — Hiram W Johnson High School is located at 6879 14th Ave, Sacramento CA 95820. 6879 14th Ave is in the Tahoe Park East neighborhood and 95820 ZIP code in Sacramento, CA The school district for Hiram W Johnson High School is the Sacramento City Unified School District. Hiram W Johnson High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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