Serving 23 students in grades 7-9, San Benito County Opportunity 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 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- 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
San Benito County Opportunity ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Benito County Opportunity's student population of 23 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Benito County Opportunity 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 San Benito County Opportunity is 0.30, 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
#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
12:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
83%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Benito County Opportunity's ranking?
San Benito County Opportunity 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).
How many students attend San Benito County Opportunity?
23 students attend San Benito County Opportunity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of San Benito County Opportunity students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Benito County Opportunity?
San Benito County Opportunity has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does San Benito County Opportunity offer ?
San Benito County Opportunity offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is San Benito County Opportunity part of?
San Benito County Opportunity is part of San Benito County Office Of Education School District.
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