Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Sunrise High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sunrise High (Continuation School)'s student population of 20 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunrise High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise High (Continuation School) is 0.10, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 is Sunrise High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Sunrise High (Continuation School) is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunrise High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Sunrise High (Continuation School) is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sunrise High (Continuation School)?
20 students attend Sunrise High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sunrise High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise High (Continuation School)?
Sunrise High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunrise High (Continuation School) offer ?
Sunrise High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunrise High (Continuation School) part of?
Sunrise High (Continuation School) is part of Reef-Sunset Unified School District.
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