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Downieville Junior-senior High
High School · Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified
PO Box B, Downieville, CA 95936
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Downieville Junior-senior High
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About Downieville Junior-senior High
Downieville Junior-senior High is a public high school in Downieville, CA, part of Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified. Downieville Junior-senior High serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Downieville Junior-senior High show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Downieville Junior-senior High 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Downieville Junior-senior High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Downieville Junior-senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Address
- PO Box B, Downieville, CA 95936
- Phone
- (530) 289-3473
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box B, Downieville, CA 95936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downieville Junior-senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. William & Marian Ghidotti High (rated 8.8/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Grass Valley). Additionally, Sierra Academy of Expeditionary Learning (rated 6.3/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Nevada City). For more schools in Downieville, see our Downieville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Downieville Elementary Downieville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Camptonville Elementary Camptonville | 14.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Grizzly Hill Nevada City | 15.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Ananda Living Wisdom School Nevada City | 17.5 mi | — |
| ANANDA LIVING WISDOM SCHOOL Nevada City | 18.1 mi | — |
| Sierra Academy of Expeditionary Learning Nevada City | 22.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Alta-Dutch Flat Elementary Alta | 24.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Forest Charter Nevada City | 23.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Twin Ridges Home Study Charter Nevada City | 23.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Seven Hills Intermediate Nevada City | 23.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Nevada County Special Education Nevada City | 23.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Deer Creek Elementary Nevada City | 24.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Earle Jamieson Educational Options Nevada City | 24.2 mi | — |
| Quincy Elementary Quincy | 26.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Plumas Charter Quincy | 26.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Plumas Christian School Quincy | 26.5 mi | — |
| Echo Ridge Christian School Nevada City | 24.9 mi | — |
| ECHO RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nevada City | 24.9 mi | 5.5 |
| William & Marian Ghidotti High Grass Valley | 25.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Portola Opportunity Quincy | 26.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,643
Population
191
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
61.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downieville Junior-senior High
What grades does Downieville Junior-senior High serve?
Downieville Junior-senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Downieville Junior-senior High?
Downieville Junior-senior High has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downieville Junior-senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Downieville Junior-senior High is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Downieville Junior-senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downieville Junior-senior High has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Downieville Junior-senior High a charter school?
No, Downieville Junior-senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downieville Junior-senior High a Title I school?
No, Downieville Junior-senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Downieville Junior-senior High?
47.6% of students at Downieville Junior-senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sierra County
- Phone
- (530) 289-3473
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
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District
Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 403
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,640
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