Serving 10 students in grades 6-12, Santa Clara Community Day 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 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- 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
Santa Clara Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Clara Community Day's student population of 10 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Clara Community Day 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 Santa Clara Community Day is 0.48, 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
5:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
70%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Clara Community Day's ranking?
Santa Clara Community Day 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 Santa Clara Community Day?
10 students attend Santa Clara Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Santa Clara Community Day students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Clara Community Day?
Santa Clara Community Day has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Santa Clara Community Day offer ?
Santa Clara Community Day offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Santa Clara Community Day part of?
Santa Clara Community Day is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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