Serving 19 students in grades 9-12, Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)'s student population of 19 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) is 0.35, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
20%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) often compared to?
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)is often viewed alongside schools like Petaluma High School, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)?
19 students attend Carpe Diem High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)?
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) offer ?
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) part of?
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) is part of Petaluma Joint Union High School District.
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