Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) serves 15 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)'s student population of 15 students has grown by 400% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2010–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is 0.23, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2010–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
<50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)?
15 students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) offer ?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) part of?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is part of Plumas Unified School District.
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