Serving 49 students in grades 7-12, Thomas E. Mathews Community ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas E. Mathews Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas E. Mathews Community's student population of 49 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas E. Mathews Community ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas E. Mathews Community is 0.66, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas E. Mathews Community's ranking?
Thomas E. Mathews Community is ranked #840 out of 3,649 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 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas E. Mathews Community?
The graduation rate of Thomas E. Mathews Community is 20%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Thomas E. Mathews Community?
49 students attend Thomas E. Mathews Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thomas E. Mathews Community students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas E. Mathews Community?
Thomas E. Mathews Community has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas E. Mathews Community offer ?
Thomas E. Mathews Community offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Thomas E. Mathews Community part of?
Thomas E. Mathews Community is part of Yuba County Office Of Education School District.
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