Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) ranks in the top 50% 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 is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the California state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 63% 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-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osprey Learning Center (Alternative)'s student population of 8 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
Showing 2003–2023. View full 37-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
American Indian
25%
1%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) often compared to?
Osprey Learning Center (Alternative)is often viewed alongside schools like Miranda Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
How many students attend Osprey Learning Center (Alternative)?
8 students attend Osprey Learning Center (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, and 25% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) offer ?
Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) part of?
Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) is part of Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District.
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