Serving 94 students in grades 9-12, Butte Valley 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Butte Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dorris, CA, covering approximately 1,202.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 44.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butte Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Butte Valley High School's student population of 94 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butte Valley 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 Butte Valley High School is 0.57, 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
White
33%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte Valley High School's ranking?
Butte Valley High School is ranked #4999 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?
≤20% 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 Butte Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Butte Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Butte Valley High School?
94 students attend Butte Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Butte Valley High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butte Valley High School?
Butte Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Butte Valley High School offer ?
Butte Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Butte Valley High School part of?
Butte Valley High School is part of Butte Valley Unified School District.
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