Serving 7 students in grades 7-12, Southern Humboldt Community 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 equal to the California state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Humboldt Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Southern Humboldt Community's student population of 7 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southern Humboldt Community is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
57%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
18%
9%
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 50% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Humboldt Community?
The graduation rate of Southern Humboldt Community is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Southern Humboldt Community?
7 students attend Southern Humboldt Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Southern Humboldt Community students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Southern Humboldt Community offer ?
Southern Humboldt Community offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Southern Humboldt Community part of?
Southern Humboldt Community is part of Humboldt County Office Of Education School District.
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