Serving 162 students in grades 9-12, Desert Valley High (Continuation School) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Valley High (Continuation School)'s student population of 162 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect Yourself, Respect Others, Respect Learning, Respect Property
School Rankings
Desert Valley High (Continuation School) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Valley High (Continuation School) is 0.02, 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
#8974 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Valley High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Desert Valley High (Continuation School) is ranked #8974 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Valley High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Desert Valley High (Continuation School) is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Desert Valley High (Continuation School)?
162 students attend Desert Valley High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Desert Valley High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Valley High (Continuation School)?
Desert Valley High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Desert Valley High (Continuation School) offer ?
Desert Valley High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Valley High (Continuation School) part of?
Desert Valley High (Continuation School) is part of Brawley Union High School District.
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