Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, Alpaugh -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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpaugh Junior-Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire Alpaugh school district, encompassing an area of approximately 70.1 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpaugh -senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alpaugh -senior High School's student population of 96 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpaugh -senior High School 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 Alpaugh -senior High School is 0.06, 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
#6368 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Buffalos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpaugh -senior High School's ranking?
Alpaugh -senior High School is ranked #6368 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpaugh -senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alpaugh -senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Alpaugh -senior High School?
96 students attend Alpaugh -senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Alpaugh -senior High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpaugh -senior High School?
Alpaugh -senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alpaugh -senior High School offer ?
Alpaugh -senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alpaugh -senior High School part of?
Alpaugh -senior High School is part of Alpaugh Unified School District.
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