Serving 42 students in grades 9-12, New School Community Day 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New School Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New School Community Day's student population of 42 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Motto
'Every individual can make significant progress toward reaching his/her potential.'
School Rankings
New School Community Day 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 New School Community Day is 0.00, 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2006–2024. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Aztecs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New School Community Day's ranking?
New School Community Day is ranked #4999 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New School Community Day?
The graduation rate of New School Community Day is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend New School Community Day?
42 students attend New School Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of New School Community Day students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New School Community Day?
New School Community Day has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New School Community Day offer ?
New School Community Day offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New School Community Day part of?
New School Community Day is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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