The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (10-11)
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
11%
Hispanic
(10-11)40%
51%
Black
(10-11)40%
7%
White
(10-11)20%
27%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School?
5 students attend Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, and 20% of students are White.
What grades does Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School offer ?
Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School part of?
Palos Verde Continuation Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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