Top Rankings
Cuyama Joint Unified School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 182 students in Cuyama Joint Unified School District. This district's average testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
Public Schools in Cuyama Joint Unified School District have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
3 Schools
10,356 Schools
# Students
182 Students
5,417,014 Students
# Teachers
11 Teachers
267,522 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
District Rank
Cuyama Joint Unified School District, which is ranked #1285 of all 1,931 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 50% has increased from 40-59% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#1307 out of 1941 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.33
0.64
# American Indian Students
n/a
26,121 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
n/a
674,073 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
12%
# Hispanic Students
146 Students
2,961,553 Students
% Hispanic Students
80%
55%
# Black Students
n/a
259,506 Students
% Black Students
n/a
5%
# White Students
33 Students
1,154,454 Students
% White Students
18%
21%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
23,322 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
3 Students
308,275 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
83
# Students in K Grade:
17
453,108
# Students in 1st Grade:
12
377,045
# Students in 2nd Grade:
18
379,902
# Students in 3rd Grade:
10
389,364
# Students in 4th Grade:
15
393,571
# Students in 5th Grade:
5
398,624
# Students in 6th Grade:
17
408,040
# Students in 7th Grade:
12
409,922
# Students in 8th Grade:
15
405,290
# Students in 9th Grade:
16
448,034
# Students in 10th Grade:
15
448,656
# Students in 11th Grade:
14
451,880
# Students in 12th Grade:
16
453,495
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $23,632 is higher than the state median of $21,485. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $20,841 is higher than the state median of $19,787. The school district spending/student has declined by 9% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$4 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$4 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$23,632
$21,485
Spending / Student
$20,841
$19,787
Best Cuyama Joint Unified School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cuyama Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4500 Highway 166
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2293
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2293
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
Rank: #22.
Cuyama Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Highway 166
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2642
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2642
Grades: K-8
| 121 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sierra Madre High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
4500 Highway 166
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2293
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2293
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Cuyama Joint Unified School District?
Cuyama Joint Unified School District manages 3 public schools serving 182 students.
What is the rank of Cuyama Joint Unified School District?
Cuyama Joint Unified School District is ranked #1285 out of 1,931 school districts in California (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of California school districts for: Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Cuyama Joint Unified School District?
80% of Cuyama Joint Unified School District students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Cuyama Joint Unified School District?
Cuyama Joint Unified School District has a student/teacher ratio of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What is Cuyama Joint Unified School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $20,841 is higher than the state median of $19,787. The school district spending/student has declined by 9% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
