Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Ruben Salazar 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 ≤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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruben Salazar Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ruben Salazar Continuation's student population of 222 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Santos
School Rankings
Ruben Salazar 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 Ruben Salazar Continuation is 0.02, 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)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Santos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruben Salazar Continuation's ranking?
Ruben Salazar Continuation 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 Ruben Salazar Continuation?
The graduation rate of Ruben Salazar Continuation is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ruben Salazar Continuation?
222 students attend Ruben Salazar Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ruben Salazar Continuation students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruben Salazar Continuation?
Ruben Salazar Continuation has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ruben Salazar Continuation offer ?
Ruben Salazar Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ruben Salazar Continuation part of?
Ruben Salazar Continuation is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruben Salazar Continuation located?
Ruben Salazar Continuation is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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