Serving 149 students in grades 9-12, Alvord Continuation 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvord Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alvord Continuation High School's student population of 149 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alvord Continuation High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvord Continuation High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9512 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
84%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvord Continuation High School's ranking?
Alvord Continuation High School is ranked #9512 out of 9,602 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvord Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Alvord Continuation High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alvord Continuation High School?
149 students attend Alvord Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Alvord Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvord Continuation High School?
Alvord Continuation High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alvord Continuation High School offer ?
Alvord Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvord Continuation High School part of?
Alvord Continuation High School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alvord Continuation High School located?
Alvord Continuation High School is located in the La Sierra South neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in La Sierra South.
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