Serving 18 students in grades 9-12, Chesnut High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesnut High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chesnut High (Continuation School)'s student population of 18 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chesnut High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesnut High (Continuation School) is 0.30, which is less 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesnut High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Chesnut High (Continuation School) is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesnut High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Chesnut High (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chesnut High (Continuation School)?
18 students attend Chesnut High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chesnut High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesnut High (Continuation School)?
Chesnut High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chesnut High (Continuation School) offer ?
Chesnut High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chesnut High (Continuation School) part of?
Chesnut High (Continuation School) is part of Coalinga-Huron Unified School District.
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