Serving 43 students in grades 7-12, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)'s student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat 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
43 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is 0.52, 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
#3871 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
66%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-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 Valley Oaks High (Alternative)'s ranking?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is ranked #3871 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Oaks High (Alternative) often compared to?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)is often viewed alongside schools like Carpe Diem High (Continuation School), Petaluma High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% 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 Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
43 students attend Valley Oaks High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley Oaks High (Alternative) students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Oaks High (Alternative) offer ?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Valley Oaks High (Alternative) part of?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is part of Petaluma Joint Union High School District.
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