Serving 17 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 33%). 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- 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: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sunrise High (Continuation School)'s student population of 17 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Sunrise High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise High (Continuation School) is 0.42, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
29%
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
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #2611 out of 9,602 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 33% 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)?
17 students attend Sunrise High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sunrise High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, and 29% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunrise High (Continuation School)?
Sunrise High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Mountain Empire Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
FALL BREAK 11/24 - 28
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break 3/30 through 4/10
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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