Serving 38 students in grades 8-12, Surprise 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 21-39% (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.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Surprise Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cedarville, CA, covering approximately 855.2 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 21.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 36.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Surprise Valley High School's student population of 38 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Surprise 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 Surprise Valley High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6910 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
55%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surprise Valley High School's ranking?
Surprise Valley High School is ranked #6910 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Surprise Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Surprise Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Surprise Valley High School?
38 students attend Surprise Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Surprise Valley High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surprise Valley High School?
Surprise Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Surprise Valley High School offer ?
Surprise Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Surprise Valley High School part of?
Surprise Valley High School is part of Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District.
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