Serving 25 students in grades 7-12, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) 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 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)'s student population of 25 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) 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 Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is 0.45, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
22:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Oaks High (Alternative)'s ranking?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Oaks High (Alternative) often compared to?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)is often viewed alongside schools like Petaluma High School, Carpe Diem High (Continuation School) by visitors of our site.
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).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
25 students attend Valley Oaks High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valley Oaks High (Alternative) students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Oaks High (Alternative)?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Valley Oaks High (Alternative) offer ?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Valley Oaks High (Alternative) part of?
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) is part of Petaluma Joint Union High School District.
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