Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Kings Canyon Continuation 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 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Canyon Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kings Canyon Continuation's student population of 141 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
141 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings
Kings Canyon Continuation 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 Kings Canyon Continuation is 0.11, 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%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
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Hispanic
94%
56%
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White
5%
20%
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Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Canyon Continuation's ranking?
Kings Canyon Continuation 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 Kings Canyon Continuation?
The graduation rate of Kings Canyon Continuation is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Kings Canyon Continuation?
141 students attend Kings Canyon Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kings Canyon Continuation students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Canyon Continuation?
Kings Canyon Continuation has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kings Canyon Continuation offer ?
Kings Canyon Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kings Canyon Continuation part of?
Kings Canyon Continuation is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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