Serving 2,309 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 2,309 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Valley High 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 Central Valley High School is 0.27, 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
#4873 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
85%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #4873 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central Valley High School often compared to?
Central Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ceres High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
2,309 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Valley High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Ceres Unified School District.
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