Serving 31 students in grades 7-12, Carr Lake Community Day 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carr Lake Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carr Lake Community Day's student population of 31 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
31 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carr Lake Community Day 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 Carr Lake Community Day is 0.12, which is less 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
#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
16:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%

Hispanic
94%
56%

Black
3%
5%

White
3%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(14-15)85%
89%

Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carr Lake Community Day's ranking?
Carr Lake Community Day 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 Carr Lake Community Day?
The graduation rate of Carr Lake Community Day is 85%, which is lower than the California state average of 89%.
How many students attend Carr Lake Community Day?
31 students attend Carr Lake Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carr Lake Community Day students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carr Lake Community Day?
Carr Lake Community Day has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carr Lake Community Day offer ?
Carr Lake Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Carr Lake Community Day part of?
Carr Lake Community Day is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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