Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Portola Opportunity 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 40%). 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 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- 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
Portola Opportunity's student population of 6 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
6 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Portola Opportunity is 0.62, 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)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
50%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
7%
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 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Portola Opportunity?
6 students attend Portola Opportunity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Portola Opportunity students are Two or more races, 33% of students are White, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portola Opportunity?
Portola Opportunity has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Portola Opportunity offer ?
Portola Opportunity offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Portola Opportunity part of?
Portola Opportunity is part of Plumas County Office Of Education School District.
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