Serving 19 students in grades 9-12, Valley Oak Continuation High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower 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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Oak Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Oak Continuation High School's student population of 19 students has declined by 38% 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
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Empowering all students to achieve success
School Rankings
Valley Oak Continuation High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Oak Continuation High School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Oak Continuation High School's ranking?
Valley Oak Continuation High School is ranked #4999 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 Oak Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Oak Continuation High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Oak Continuation High School?
19 students attend Valley Oak Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley Oak Continuation High School students are White, and 47% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Oak Continuation High School?
Valley Oak Continuation High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Oak Continuation High School offer ?
Valley Oak Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley Oak Continuation High School part of?
Valley Oak Continuation High School is part of Live Oak Unified School District.
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