Ella Barkley High School serves 17 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ella Barkley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ella Barkley High School's student population of 17 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ella Barkley High School is 0.22, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
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 is the graduation rate of Ella Barkley High School?
The graduation rate of Ella Barkley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ella Barkley High School?
17 students attend Ella Barkley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ella Barkley High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ella Barkley High School?
Ella Barkley High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ella Barkley High School offer ?
Ella Barkley High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Ella Barkley High School part of?
Ella Barkley High School is part of Hamilton Unified School District.
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