Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Cuyama Valley 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 11:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cuyama Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Cuyama, CA, covering approximately 727.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 17 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 39 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuyama Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cuyama Valley High School's student population of 55 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Working cooperatively with community, students, and staff.'
School Rankings
Cuyama 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 Cuyama Valley High School is 0.33, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuyama Valley High School's ranking?
Cuyama Valley High School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cuyama Valley High School often compared to?
Cuyama Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Alternative High School by visitors of our site.
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 Cuyama Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Cuyama Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Cuyama Valley High School?
55 students attend Cuyama Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cuyama Valley High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cuyama Valley High School?
Cuyama Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cuyama Valley High School offer ?
Cuyama Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cuyama Valley High School part of?
Cuyama Valley High School is part of Cuyama Joint Unified School District.
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