Serving 293 students in grades 10-12, Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 32% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School's student population of 293 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
293 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation 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 Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School is 0.04, 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
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
32%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School's ranking?
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School is ranked #8636 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School is 32%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School?
293 students attend Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School?
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School offer ?
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School part of?
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School is part of El Monte Union High School District.
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