Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Homestead (Alternative) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Homestead (Alternative)'s student population of 52 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Partner in Independent Study
School Rankings
Homestead (Alternative) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead (Alternative) is 0.61, 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
#3791 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-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 Homestead (Alternative)'s ranking?
Homestead (Alternative) is ranked #3791 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Homestead (Alternative)?
52 students attend Homestead (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Homestead (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestead (Alternative)?
Homestead (Alternative) has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Homestead (Alternative) offer ?
Homestead (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Homestead (Alternative) part of?
Homestead (Alternative) is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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