Credence High School serves 27 students in grades 9-12.
Credence High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Credence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Credence High School's student population of 27 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Credence High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Credence High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1

American Indian
5%
1%

Asian
4%
12%

Hispanic
16%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
56%
21%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(14-15)97%
89%

Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Credence High School's ranking?
Credence High School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 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 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Credence High School?
The graduation rate of Credence High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 89%.
How many students attend Credence High School?
27 students attend Credence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Credence High School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Credence High School offer ?
Credence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Credence High School part of?
Credence High School is part of Lassen Union High School District.
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