Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 was equal to the California state level of 21:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
1%
Asian
(15-16)2%
11%
Hispanic
(15-16)74%
54%
Black
(15-16)n/a
6%
White
(15-16)22%
24%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)2%
4%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)80-89%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School?
The graduation rate of Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School?
41 students attend Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School?
Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School offer ?
Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School part of?
Gunderson Plus (Continuation School) High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
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