Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)'s student population of 47 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)?
47 students attend Pacific Coast High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)?
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) offer ?
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) part of?
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School) is part of Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
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