Serving 583 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 659 square miles in Redding, CA. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 18.1 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 39.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Central Valley High 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 Central Valley High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
60%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #2531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
583 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Central Valley High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Gateway Unified School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school strives for the success of the young adult. They have many college-prep classes that prepare these young adults for college and for life. I was very impressed at my child's orientation. Her counseler went over everything in detail, which I have never experienced before. Goals, expectations, class size, class scheduling, block scheduling, like they have in college, which I think is fantastic. My child has already excelled just because of the block scheduling. The school is not too big, and has a very nice "hometown" high school feeling. We love it. I'm very impressed with this school and would STRONGLY recommend it to all.
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