Calaveras Hills

1331 East Calaveras Blvd.
Milpitas, CA 95035
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 107 students in grades 9-12, Calaveras Hills 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 33%). 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 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 107 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50% in CA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Calaveras Hills ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Calaveras Hills's student population of 107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

School Rankings

Calaveras Hills ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calaveras Hills is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#5043 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤20%
33%
40-59%
47%
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
20-29%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calaveras Hills's ranking?
Calaveras Hills is ranked #5043 out of 9,602 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 33% 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 Calaveras Hills?
The graduation rate of Calaveras Hills is 20-29%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Calaveras Hills?
107 students attend Calaveras Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Calaveras Hills students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calaveras Hills?
Calaveras Hills has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calaveras Hills offer ?
Calaveras Hills offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calaveras Hills part of?
Calaveras Hills is part of Milpitas Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   8/18/2009
Calaveras Hills H.S. (Cal Hills) is a school for student behind in their high school credits. It received an API of 714 for 2008. This was one of the highest API for the state of California. Cal Hills has won many championships against rivals Alta Vista and Robertson High Schools. Coach David Jenkins' softball team had an undefeated 2009 season. Edward Tico head the Resource Program. This program may be the best in the state for helping Special Education students. Ms. Katie Martinez (pricipal) and Dr. Karl Black provide leadership to help students achieve their goals.
- Posted by Parent - etwvj

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 107 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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