Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, American Legion High (Continuation 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 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Legion High (Continuation 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
American Legion High (Continuation School)'s student population of 155 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Legion High (Continuation 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 American Legion High (Continuation School) is 0.65, 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
#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)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Legion High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
American Legion High (Continuation 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 American Legion High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of American Legion High (Continuation School) is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend American Legion High (Continuation School)?
155 students attend American Legion High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of American Legion High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Legion High (Continuation School)?
American Legion High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Legion High (Continuation School) offer ?
American Legion High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is American Legion High (Continuation School) part of?
American Legion High (Continuation School) is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is American Legion High (Continuation School) located?
American Legion High (Continuation School) is located in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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