Needs Improvement
#9243 of 9,539 schools in CA
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High
High School · Imperial Unified
322 North Imperial Ave., Imperial, CA 92251
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,243 of 9,539
In Imperial
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Imperial Unified
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Imperial Ave. Holbrook High
High School in Imperial · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imperial Ave. Holbrook High
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High is a public high school in Imperial, CA, part of Imperial Unified. Imperial Ave.
Holbrook High serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 49:1 student-teacher ratio. Imperial Ave. Holbrook High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,243 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Imperial Ave. Holbrook High show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Imperial Ave. Holbrook 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.
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High runs 49:1 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.
67% of students at Imperial Ave. Holbrook 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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Imperial Ave. Holbrook High — Students at Imperial Ave. Holbrook High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 5.5/10.
How Imperial Ave. Holbrook High Compares
See how Imperial Ave. Holbrook 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
322 North Imperial Ave., Imperial, CA 92251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imperial Ave. Holbrook High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Union High (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby El Centro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imperial High (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Imperial, see our Imperial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH ACADEMY Imperial | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Imperial High Imperial | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Vanguard Academy of Imperial Valley Imperial | 1.2 mi | — |
| Imperial Cross Elementary Imperial | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Valley Christian Heritage School Imperial | 2.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Imperial | 2.0 mi | — |
| T. L. Waggoner Elementary Imperial | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,709
Median Home Value
$350,100
Median Rent
$1,378/mo
Population
27,197
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imperial Ave. Holbrook High
What grades does Imperial Ave. Holbrook High serve?
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Imperial Ave. Holbrook High?
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imperial Ave. Holbrook High?
The student-teacher ratio at Imperial Ave. Holbrook High is 49:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Imperial Ave. Holbrook High rank in CA?
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High ranks #9,243 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Imperial Ave. Holbrook High's MySchoolScout rating?
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Imperial Ave. Holbrook High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imperial Ave. Holbrook High has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Imperial Ave. Holbrook High a charter school?
No, Imperial Ave. Holbrook High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Imperial Ave. Holbrook High a Title I school?
No, Imperial Ave. Holbrook High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Imperial Ave. Holbrook High?
57.1% of students at Imperial Ave. Holbrook 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
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 49:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.3%
- Phone
- (760) 355-3207
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
Imperial Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,672
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,658
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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