Average
#6745 of 9,539 schools in CA
Central Valley High (continuation)
High School · Kern High
526 Mannel Ave., Shafter, CA 93263
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,745 of 9,539
In Shafter
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#17 of 24
Kern High
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Central Valley High (continuation)
Central Valley High (continuation) is a public high school in Shafter, CA, part of Kern High. Central Valley High (continuation) serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Valley High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,745 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Central Valley High (continuation) show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Central Valley High (continuation) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Central Valley High (continuation) 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.
72% of students at Central Valley High (continuation) 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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Central Valley High (continuation) — Students at Central Valley High (continuation) score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Central Valley High (continuation) Compares
See how Central Valley High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
526 Mannel Ave., Shafter, CA 93263
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Valley High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wasco High (rated 7.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Wasco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shafter High (rated 6.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wasco Independence High (rated 5.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Wasco), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shafter, see our Shafter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shafter High Shafter | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Sequoia Elementary Shafter | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FREE WILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shafter | 0.5 mi | — |
| Redwood Elementary Shafter | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Richland Junior High Shafter | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Little Hands Academy Shafter | 1.1 mi | — |
| Golden Oak Elementary Shafter | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Grow Academy Shafter Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Stage’s Family School Shafter | 2.1 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Shafter | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Rio Bravo Elementary Bakersfield | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Rio Bravo-Greeley Elementary Bakersfield | 6.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Teresa Burke Elementary Wasco | 6.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Rosewall Christian Academy Bakersfield | 7.3 mi | — |
| Wasco Independence High Wasco | 6.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wasco | 7.1 mi | — |
| Karl F. Clemens Elementary Wasco | 7.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Wasco | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Palm Avenue Middle Wasco | 7.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Wasco High Wasco | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93263 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,774
Median Home Value
$301,900
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
23,423
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
28.1
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| Black Rock Alternative/Continuation Twentynine Palms, CA | 5.3 |
| Conejo Valley High (Continuation) Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Confluence Continuation High Auburn, CA | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Valley High (continuation)
What grades does Central Valley High (continuation) serve?
Central Valley High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Central Valley High (continuation)?
Central Valley High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Valley High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Valley High (continuation) is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Valley High (continuation) rank in CA?
Central Valley High (continuation) ranks #6,745 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Central Valley High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Central Valley High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Central Valley High (continuation)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Valley High (continuation) has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Central Valley High (continuation) a charter school?
No, Central Valley High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Valley High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, Central Valley High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Valley High (continuation)?
96.8% of students at Central Valley High (continuation) 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.6%
- Phone
- (661) 746-4281
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
Kern High- District Enrollment
- 43,116
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,536
- District Rank
- #17 of 24
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