Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)'s student population of 36 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is 21-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
36 students attend Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) offer ?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) part of?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is part of Cabrillo Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Minimun day
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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