Serving 25 students in grades 9-12, Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)'s student population of 25 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Motto
RESPECTFUL | COMPASSIONATE | RESPONSIBLE
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is 0.34, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is 21-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
25 students attend Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School)?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) offer ?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) part of?
Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation School) is part of Cabrillo Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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