Everett Alvarez High School is a public high school established in Salinas, California. The school is named in honor of Everett Alvarez, Jr., a much-decorated former U.S. Navy Commander and the 2nd longest held prisoner of war.
Serving 1,978 students in grades 9-12, Everett Alvarez High 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Everett Alvarez High serves the northern part of its school district in Salinas, CA, covering an area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being up to 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everett Alvarez High School's student population of 1,978 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,978 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everett Alvarez High 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 Everett Alvarez High School is 0.12, 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
#5885 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Vegas Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett Alvarez High School's ranking?
Everett Alvarez High School is ranked #5885 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Everett Alvarez High School often compared to?
Everett Alvarez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alisal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Everett Alvarez High School?
The graduation rate of Everett Alvarez High School is 87%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Everett Alvarez High School?
1,978 students attend Everett Alvarez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Everett Alvarez High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everett Alvarez High School?
Everett Alvarez High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Everett Alvarez High School offer ?
Everett Alvarez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Everett Alvarez High School part of?
Everett Alvarez High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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