Serving 14 students in grades 9-12, Sunrise Continuation High School 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 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 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sunrise Continuation High School's student population of 14 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunrise Continuation High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Continuation High School is 0.00, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
Hispanic
100%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Continuation High School's ranking?
Sunrise Continuation High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
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 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunrise Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Sunrise Continuation High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sunrise Continuation High School?
14 students attend Sunrise Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sunrise Continuation High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Continuation High School?
Sunrise Continuation High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunrise Continuation High School offer ?
Sunrise Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunrise Continuation High School part of?
Sunrise Continuation High School is part of Reef-Sunset Unified School District.
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