Serving 10 students in grades 7-12, Mendota Community Day ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendota Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mendota Community Day's student population of 10 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mendota Community Day 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
Hispanic
100%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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 38% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Mendota Community Day?
10 students attend Mendota Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mendota Community Day students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendota Community Day?
Mendota Community Day has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mendota Community Day offer ?
Mendota Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mendota Community Day part of?
Mendota Community Day is part of Mendota Unified School District.
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