Below Average
#8199 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cambridge Continuation High
High School · Fresno Unified
1001 South Chestnut, Fresno, CA 93727
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,199 of 9,539
In Fresno
#166 of 175
public schools
In district
#94 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Cambridge Continuation High
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About Cambridge Continuation High
Cambridge Continuation High is a public high school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Cambridge Continuation High serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambridge Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,199 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cambridge Continuation High show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cambridge Continuation High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Cambridge Continuation High runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
98% of students at Cambridge Continuation High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cambridge Continuation High — Students at Cambridge Continuation High score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Cambridge Continuation High Compares
See how Cambridge Continuation High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 South Chestnut, Fresno, CA 93727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cambridge Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Roosevelt High (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunnyside High (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST HELENS SCHOOL Fresno | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Helen Fresno | 1.2 mi | — |
| Kings Canyon Middle Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Sunnyside High Fresno | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Ayer Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Easterby Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Vang Pao Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Juan Felipe Herrera Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Sequoia Middle Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,247
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
83,630
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cambridge Continuation High
What grades does Cambridge Continuation High serve?
Cambridge Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cambridge Continuation High?
Cambridge Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Continuation High is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cambridge Continuation High rank in CA?
Cambridge Continuation High ranks #8,199 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cambridge Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
Cambridge Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cambridge Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambridge Continuation High has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cambridge Continuation High a charter school?
No, Cambridge Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cambridge Continuation High a Title I school?
No, Cambridge Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambridge Continuation High?
98.3% of students at Cambridge Continuation High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 98.0%
- Phone
- (559) 253-6560
- 4-Year Graduation
- 43.0%
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #94 of 98
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