Serving 15 students in grades 9-12, Credence High 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 8:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Credence High School's student population of 15 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2009–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Credence 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 Credence High School is 0.56, 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
Showing 2009–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
20%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
13%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #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 Credence High School?
The graduation rate of Credence High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Credence High School?
15 students attend Credence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Credence High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Credence High School?
Credence High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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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