Serving 8 students in grades 7-12, Canyon Oaks Youth Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Oaks Youth Center's student population of 8 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Canyon Oaks Youth Center is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Oaks Youth Center?
8 students attend Canyon Oaks Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Canyon Oaks Youth Center students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Oaks Youth Center?
Canyon Oaks Youth Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Oaks Youth Center offer ?
Canyon Oaks Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Canyon Oaks Youth Center part of?
Canyon Oaks Youth Center is part of San Mateo County Office Of Education School District.
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