Serving 50 students in grades 7-12, San Joaquin Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Joaquin Valley High School's student population of 50 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
San Joaquin Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Joaquin Valley High School is 0.00, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8189 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Joaquin Valley High School's ranking?
San Joaquin Valley High School is ranked #8189 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Joaquin Valley High School?
The graduation rate of San Joaquin Valley High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Joaquin Valley High School?
50 students attend San Joaquin Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of San Joaquin Valley High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Joaquin Valley High School?
San Joaquin Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Joaquin Valley High School offer ?
San Joaquin Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is San Joaquin Valley High School part of?
San Joaquin Valley High School is part of Parlier Unified School District.
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