Portola Junior/senior High School

155 Sixth Ave.
Portola, CA 96122
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 301 students in grades 7-12, Portola Junior/senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 301 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Portola Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Portola Junior/senior High School's student population of 301 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
301 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings

Portola Junior/senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portola Junior/senior High School is 0.55, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CA)
#2325 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-24%
34%
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40-44%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
12%
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Hispanic
29%
56%
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Black
1%
5%
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White
60%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.55
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≥90%
84%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Portola Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Portola Junior/senior High School is ranked #2325 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portola Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Portola Junior/senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Portola Junior/senior High School?
301 students attend Portola Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Portola Junior/senior High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portola Junior/senior High School?
Portola Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Portola Junior/senior High School offer ?
Portola Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Portola Junior/senior High School part of?
Portola Junior/senior High School is part of Plumas Unified School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 05, 2024 (Friday)

School Reviews

5   9/6/2010
I read the previous and only review and I can't say I agree with it. My daughter went there and my son is presently in eighth grade. ( Middle school and high school share the same facility. ) Academically ..... I have met teachers who teach there and know a few personally and I believe them to be conscientious and adept. The facilities leave a bit to be desired but in order of importance I think having quality teachers far outweighs the facilities. My son seems to be thriving in the music dept. and Mr. Klivanes seems to be enthusiastic and qualified in his position. I'm glad my son attends this school and am thankful for the vast majority of the teachers he has had.
- Posted by Parent - gary2
2   5/12/2008
Terrible school for sports, art, music. Academics are fair at best. The good teachers all left. Facilities are downright dangerous.
- Posted by Parent - bldmb

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 301 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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