Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Olympic High (Continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Olympic High (Continuation School)'s student population of 32 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olympic High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympic High (Continuation School) is 0.56, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
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 Olympic High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Olympic High (Continuation School) is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympic High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Olympic High (Continuation School) is 40-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olympic High (Continuation School)?
32 students attend Olympic High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Olympic High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic High (Continuation School)?
Olympic High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olympic High (Continuation School) offer ?
Olympic High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olympic High (Continuation School) part of?
Olympic High (Continuation School) is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Olympic High (Continuation School) located?
Olympic High (Continuation School) is located in the Ocean Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ocean Park.
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