The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 58%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: 69%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (19-20)
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(19-20)50%
55%
Black
(19-20)n/a
5%
White
(19-20)50%
23%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(14-15)69%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
83%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 59% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cottonwood Community Day?
The graduation rate of Cottonwood Community Day is 69%, which is lower than the California state average of 89%.
How many students attend Cottonwood Community Day?
6 students attend Cottonwood Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cottonwood Community Day students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Cottonwood Community Day offer ?
Cottonwood Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Cottonwood Community Day part of?
Cottonwood Community Day is part of Mountain Empire Unified School District.
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