Serving 20 students in grades 1-12, Alba 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alba ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alba's student population of 20 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Alba ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alba is 0.48, 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
#7855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alba's ranking?
Alba is ranked #7855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alba often compared to?
Albais often viewed alongside schools like Abraxas Continuation High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alba?
The graduation rate of Alba is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alba?
20 students attend Alba.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alba students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alba?
Alba has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alba offer ?
Alba offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Alba part of?
Alba is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alba located?
Alba is located in the North Park neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Park.
School Calendar
View the Alba yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Native American Heritage Month
November 01, 2026 (Sunday)
First Day of Runaway & Homeless Youth Awareness Month
November 01, 2026 (Sunday)
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
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