Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Central Unified Alternative/opportunity 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity's student population of 260 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity 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 Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is 0.49, 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
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
70%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity's ranking?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is ranked #8636 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
The graduation rate of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
260 students attend Central Unified Alternative/opportunity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Unified Alternative/opportunity offer ?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity part of?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity located?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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