Serving 585 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.57, 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
#705 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
63%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #705 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
585 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Central Valley High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Gateway Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2011
This school strives for the success of the young adult. They have many college-prep classes that prepare these young adults for college and for life. I was very impressed at my child's orientation. Her counseler went over everything in detail, which I have never experienced before. Goals, expectations, class size, class scheduling, block scheduling, like they have in college, which I think is fantastic. My child has already excelled just because of the block scheduling. The school is not too big, and has a very nice "hometown" high school feeling. We love it. I'm very impressed with this school and would STRONGLY recommend it to all.
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