Serving 27 students in grades 9-12, Colusa Alternative 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 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- 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
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School)'s student population of 27 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colusa Alternative 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 Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) is 0.36, 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
#2597 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
27:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
18%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-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 Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) is ranked #2597 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?
<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 Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School)?
27 students attend Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School)?
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) offer ?
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) part of?
Colusa Alternative High (Continuation School) is part of Colusa Unified School District.
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