Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Mission 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 ≤10% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mission Continuation's student population of 127 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mission 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 Mission Continuation is 0.12, 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
#8871 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Continuation's ranking?
Mission Continuation is ranked #8871 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?
≤10% 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 Mission Continuation?
The graduation rate of Mission Continuation is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mission Continuation?
127 students attend Mission Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mission Continuation students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Continuation?
Mission Continuation has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Continuation offer ?
Mission Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Continuation part of?
Mission Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Continuation located?
Mission Continuation is located in the Pacoima neighborhood of San Fernando, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacoima.
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