Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Arena High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arena High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arena High (Continuation School)'s student population of 34 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arena High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arena High (Continuation School) is 0.57, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
62%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arena High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Arena High (Continuation School) is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arena High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Arena High (Continuation School) is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arena High (Continuation School)?
34 students attend Arena High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Arena High (Continuation School) students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arena High (Continuation School)?
Arena High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Arena High (Continuation School) offer ?
Arena High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arena High (Continuation School) part of?
Arena High (Continuation School) is part of El Segundo Unified School District.
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