Serving 6 students in grades 9-12, Palisades 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 37%). 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 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palisades High (Continuation School)'s student population of 6 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palisades High (Continuation School) 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)
(15-16)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palisades High (Continuation School) often compared to?
Palisades High (Continuation School)is often viewed alongside schools like Napa High School, Saint Helena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisades High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Palisades High (Continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palisades High (Continuation School)?
6 students attend Palisades High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Palisades High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades High (Continuation School)?
Palisades High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palisades High (Continuation School) offer ?
Palisades High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palisades High (Continuation School) part of?
Palisades High (Continuation School) is part of Calistoga Joint Unified School District.
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