Serving 216 students in grades 9-12, Abraxas Continuation High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraxas Continuation High School's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraxas Continuation High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraxas Continuation High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)96.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraxas Continuation High School's ranking?
Abraxas Continuation High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Abraxas Continuation High School often compared to?
Abraxas Continuation High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alba by visitors of our site.
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 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abraxas Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Abraxas Continuation High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abraxas Continuation High School?
216 students attend Abraxas Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Abraxas Continuation High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraxas Continuation High School?
Abraxas Continuation High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Abraxas Continuation High School offer ?
Abraxas Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Abraxas Continuation High School part of?
Abraxas Continuation High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
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