Below Average
#7644 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mendota Continuation High
High School · Mendota Unified
115 McCabe Ave., Mendota, CA 93640
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,644 of 9,539
In Mendota
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Mendota Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mendota Continuation High
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About Mendota Continuation High
Mendota Continuation High is a public high school in Mendota, CA, part of Mendota Unified. Mendota Continuation High serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Mendota Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mendota Continuation High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Mendota Continuation 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.
Test scores at Mendota Continuation High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mendota Continuation High — Students at Mendota Continuation High score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
↓ 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: 7.7/10.
How Mendota Continuation High Compares
See how Mendota Continuation High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
115 McCabe Ave., Mendota, CA 93640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mendota Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Firebaugh High (rated 7.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Firebaugh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mendota High (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tranquillity High (rated 5.4/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby San Joaquin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mendota, see our Mendota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mendota Community Day Mendota | 0.0 mi | — |
| McCabe Elementary Mendota | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Washington Elementary Mendota | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Mendota Junior High Mendota | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Mendota High Mendota | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Mendota Elementary Mendota | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Firebaugh High Firebaugh | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Firebaugh Community Day Firebaugh | 7.4 mi | — |
| El Puente High Firebaugh | 7.5 mi | — |
| Hazel M. Bailey Primary Firebaugh | 7.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Firebaugh Middle Firebaugh | 7.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh | 8.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Tranquillity High San Joaquin | 10.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Tranquillity Elementary San Joaquin | 10.8 mi | 4.2 |
| San Joaquin Elementary San Joaquin | 15.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin | 17.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Dairyland Elementary Chowchilla | 18.8 mi | 6.5 |
| La Vina Elementary Madera | 16.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun Empire Elementary Kerman | 16.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla | 20.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,042
Median Home Value
$255,000
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
14,507
College Educated
4.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mendota Continuation High
What grades does Mendota Continuation High serve?
Mendota Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mendota Continuation High?
Mendota Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mendota Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mendota Continuation High is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mendota Continuation High rank in CA?
Mendota Continuation High ranks #7,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mendota Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mendota Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Mendota Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mendota Continuation High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Mendota Continuation High a charter school?
No, Mendota Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mendota Continuation High a Title I school?
No, Mendota Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mendota Continuation High?
100.0% of students at Mendota Continuation 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
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 655-4412
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Mendota Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,949
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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