Serving 132 students in grades 10-12, Albert Powell Continuation 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert Powell Continuation's student population of 132 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Motto
Powell Pride: Own It!
School Rankings
Albert Powell Continuation 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 Albert Powell Continuation is 0.53, 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
#8209 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Powell Continuation's ranking?
Albert Powell Continuation is ranked #8209 out of 9,523 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albert Powell Continuation?
The graduation rate of Albert Powell Continuation is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Albert Powell Continuation?
132 students attend Albert Powell Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Albert Powell Continuation students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert Powell Continuation?
Albert Powell Continuation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Albert Powell Continuation offer ?
Albert Powell Continuation offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Albert Powell Continuation part of?
Albert Powell Continuation is part of Yuba City Unified School District.
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