Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Central Unified Alternative/opportunity 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity's student population of 277 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity 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 Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is 0.46, 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
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity's ranking?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is ranked #8636 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
The graduation rate of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
277 students attend Central Unified Alternative/opportunity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Unified Alternative/opportunity?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Unified Alternative/opportunity offer ?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity part of?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Unified Alternative/opportunity located?
Central Unified Alternative/opportunity is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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