Serving 44 students in grades 9-12, Henry David Thoreau Continuation 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry David Thoreau Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Henry David Thoreau Continuation's student population of 44 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place to Be
School Rankings
Henry David Thoreau Continuation 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 Henry David Thoreau Continuation is 0.61, 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
#7855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
25%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry David Thoreau Continuation's ranking?
Henry David Thoreau Continuation is ranked #7855 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry David Thoreau Continuation?
The graduation rate of Henry David Thoreau Continuation is 55-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Henry David Thoreau Continuation?
44 students attend Henry David Thoreau Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Henry David Thoreau Continuation students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry David Thoreau Continuation?
Henry David Thoreau Continuation has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry David Thoreau Continuation offer ?
Henry David Thoreau Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henry David Thoreau Continuation part of?
Henry David Thoreau Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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