Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Olympic High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Olympic High (Continuation School)'s student population of 34 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Olympic High (Continuation School) is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympic High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Olympic High (Continuation School) is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olympic High (Continuation School)?
34 students attend Olympic High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Olympic High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic High (Continuation School)?
Olympic High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Olympic High (Continuation School) offer ?
Olympic High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olympic High (Continuation School) part of?
Olympic High (Continuation School) is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Olympic High (Continuation School) located?
Olympic High (Continuation School) is located in the Ocean Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ocean Park.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of Classes
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of Classes
August 21, 2025 (Thursday)
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