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Esperanza High (continuation)
High School · Gridley Unified
581 B Jackson St., Gridley, CA 95948
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Esperanza High (continuation)
Esperanza High (continuation) is a public high school in Gridley, CA, part of the Gridley Unified. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 28:1. Students demonstrate 9% proficiency in math, 23 points below the state average and 22% in reading/language arts, 29 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,759, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Esperanza High (continuation) is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza High (continuation) is 28:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Address
- 581 B Jackson St., Gridley, CA 95948
- Website
- gusd.org
- Phone
- (530) 846-6721
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 0% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 16.67% (2024).
Location
581 B Jackson St., Gridley, CA 95948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gridley High (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Biggs High (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Biggs). Additionally, Live Oak High (rated 5.8/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Live Oak). For more schools in Gridley, see our Gridley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Elementary Gridley | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| McKinley Elementary Gridley | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sycamore Middle Gridley | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Gridley High Gridley | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Manzanita Elementary Gridley | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Biggs Elementary Biggs | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Biggs High Biggs | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| FEATHER RIVER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Oroville | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Feather River Adventist Oroville | 4.6 mi | — |
| Luther Elementary Live Oak | 6.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Live Oak High Live Oak | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Valley Oak Continuation High Live Oak | 6.5 mi | — |
| Live Oak Alternative Live Oak | 6.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Live Oak Middle Live Oak | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Aubrey Jane Christian Academy Oroville | 6.3 mi | — |
| Richvale Elementary Richvale | 9.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Encinal Elementary Live Oak | 9.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Honcut Palermo | 8.8 mi | — |
| Palermo Palermo | 9.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) Palermo | 9.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95948 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,759
Median Home Value
$343,500
Median Rent
$1,162/mo
Population
11,118
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
35.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Esperanza High (continuation) has a median household income of $60,759. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $343,500, with a median rent of $1,162/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza High (continuation)
What grades does Esperanza High (continuation) serve?
Esperanza High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Esperanza High (continuation)?
Esperanza High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza High (continuation) is 28:1. 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 Esperanza High (continuation)?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Esperanza High (continuation) has 8.8% math proficiency and 22.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Esperanza High (continuation) a charter school?
No, Esperanza High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, Esperanza High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza High (continuation)?
85.7% of students at Esperanza 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
- City Safety
- High (1,687/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gridley). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butte County
- Phone
- (530) 846-6721
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Gridley Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,995
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,292
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