Very Good
#2520 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
John J. Cairns Continuation
High School · Lindsay Unified
290 North Harvard Ave., Lindsay, CA 93247
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,520 of 9,539
In Lindsay
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Lindsay Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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John J. Cairns Continuation
High School in Lindsay · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John J. Cairns Continuation
John J. Cairns Continuation is a public high school in Lindsay, CA, part of Lindsay Unified. John J.
Cairns Continuation serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John J. Cairns Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John J. Cairns Continuation show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, John J. Cairns 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 John J. Cairns 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.
85% of students at John J. Cairns 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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John J. Cairns Continuation — Students at John J. Cairns Continuation score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.0/10.
How John J. Cairns Continuation Compares
See how John J. Cairns Continuation 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
290 North Harvard Ave., Lindsay, CA 93247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John J. Cairns Continuation may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kaweah High (rated 9.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Exeter), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harmony Magnet Academy (rated 8.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Porterville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lindsay Senior High (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lindsay, see our Lindsay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loma Vista Charter Lindsay | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Lindsay Community Day Lindsay | 0.0 mi | — |
| Reagan Elementary Lindsay | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Washington Elementary Lindsay | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lindsay | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Kennedy Elementary Lindsay | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Lindsay Senior High Lindsay | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Lindsay | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Lindsay | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Strathmore | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Strathmore Elementary Strathmore | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Strathmore High Porterville | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Sierra View Junior Academy Exeter | 4.1 mi | — |
| SIERRA VIEW JR ACADEMY Exeter | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Harmony Magnet Academy Porterville | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Kaweah High Exeter | 6.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) Exeter | 6.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Exeter | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Exeter Union High Exeter | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Exeter Community Day Exeter | 7.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,460
Median Home Value
$271,700
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
17,967
College Educated
7.5%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
32.7
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|---|---|
| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek, CA | 7.5 |
| BESANT HILL SCHOOL OF HAPPY VALLEY Ojai, CA | 7.5 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FCE Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale, CA | 7.5 |
| Dunsmuir High Dunsmuir, CA | 7.5 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO SCRIPPS RANCH San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John J. Cairns Continuation
What grades does John J. Cairns Continuation serve?
John J. Cairns Continuation serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John J. Cairns Continuation?
John J. Cairns Continuation has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John J. Cairns Continuation?
The student-teacher ratio at John J. Cairns Continuation is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John J. Cairns Continuation rank in CA?
John J. Cairns Continuation ranks #2,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John J. Cairns Continuation's MySchoolScout rating?
John J. Cairns Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 John J. Cairns Continuation?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John J. Cairns Continuation has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John J. Cairns Continuation a charter school?
No, John J. Cairns Continuation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John J. Cairns Continuation a Title I school?
No, John J. Cairns Continuation is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John J. Cairns Continuation?
87.5% of students at John J. Cairns 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.7%
- Phone
- (559) 562-5913
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
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District
Lindsay Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,987
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,319
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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