Ponderosa

Established in 1963, Ponderosa High School (PHS) is a public institution in Shingle Springs, California, serving approximately 1,689 students in grades 9-12. As part of the El Dorado Union High School District, PHS offers a comprehensive curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a Gifted & Talented program. The school's colors are pine green and gray, and their mascot is the Bruin bear. PHS maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1, fostering a supportive learning environment.