Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Mendota Continuation High School 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendota Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mendota Continuation High School's student population of 38 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mendota Continuation High School 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 Mendota Continuation High School is 0.00, 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
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
9%
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 Mendota Continuation High School's ranking?
Mendota Continuation High School 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 Mendota Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Mendota Continuation High School is 20%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mendota Continuation High School?
38 students attend Mendota Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mendota Continuation High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mendota Continuation High School?
Mendota Continuation High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mendota Continuation High School offer ?
Mendota Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mendota Continuation High School part of?
Mendota Continuation High School is part of Mendota Unified School District.
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