Serving 2,072 students in grades 9-12, Everett Alvarez 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everett Alvarez High School's student population of 2,072 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,072 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Everett Alvarez 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 Everett Alvarez High School 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
#5708 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
12%

Hispanic
94%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
1%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
92%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett Alvarez High School's ranking?
Everett Alvarez High School is ranked #5708 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Everett Alvarez High School often compared to?
Everett Alvarez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alisal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Everett Alvarez High School?
The graduation rate of Everett Alvarez High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Everett Alvarez High School?
2,072 students attend Everett Alvarez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Everett Alvarez High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Everett Alvarez High School?
Everett Alvarez High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Everett Alvarez High School offer ?
Everett Alvarez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Everett Alvarez High School part of?
Everett Alvarez High School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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