Serving 47 students in grades 10-12, Nueva Vista Continuation High School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nueva Vista Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nueva Vista Continuation High School's student population of 47 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1967
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Mascot
Explorers
School Rankings
Nueva Vista Continuation High School 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 Nueva Vista Continuation High School 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
#6910 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Explorers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nueva Vista Continuation High School's ranking?
Nueva Vista Continuation High School is ranked #6910 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nueva Vista Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Nueva Vista Continuation High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nueva Vista Continuation High School?
47 students attend Nueva Vista Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nueva Vista Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nueva Vista Continuation High School?
Nueva Vista Continuation High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nueva Vista Continuation High School offer ?
Nueva Vista Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Nueva Vista Continuation High School part of?
Nueva Vista Continuation High School is part of Bassett Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nueva Vista Continuation High School located?
Nueva Vista Continuation High School is located in the Bassett neighborhood of La Puente, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bassett.
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First Day of School (Events)
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
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