Serving 44 students in grades 9-12, Ron Hockwalt Academies (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 30%).
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 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School)'s student population of 44 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Motto
KIDS FIRST... Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ron Hockwalt Academies (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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School)?
44 students attend Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School)?
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) offer ?
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) part of?
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation School) is part of Walnut Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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