Washington Union High School is a high school in the rural community of Easton in Fresno County, California. Founded in 1892, Washington Union is most likely the second oldest high school in Fresno County. The school district encompasses roughly 90 square miles in the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley.
Serving 23 students in grades 9-12, Easton Continuation High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easton Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Easton Continuation High School's student population of 23 students has grown by 475% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
The diversity score of Easton Continuation High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
9%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
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 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easton Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Easton Continuation High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Easton Continuation High School?
23 students attend Easton Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Easton Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Easton Continuation High School?
Easton Continuation High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Easton Continuation High School offer ?
Easton Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Easton Continuation High School part of?
Easton Continuation High School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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