Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) serves 12 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 12 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School)'s student population of 12 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) is 0.28, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
8%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School)?
12 students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) offer ?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) part of?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation School) is part of Plumas Unified School District.
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