South Coast Continuation serves 9 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Coast Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Coast Continuation's student population of 9 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Coast Continuation is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
17%
10%
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 the graduation rate of South Coast Continuation?
The graduation rate of South Coast Continuation is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Coast Continuation?
9 students attend South Coast Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Coast Continuation students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Coast Continuation?
South Coast Continuation has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Coast Continuation offer ?
South Coast Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Coast Continuation part of?
South Coast Continuation is part of Point Arena Joint Union High School District.
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