Very Good
#3176 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 33% in state
New Valley Continuation High
High School · Santa Clara Unified
1875 Lawrence Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,176 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#18 of 23
public schools
In district
#23 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About New Valley Continuation High
New Valley Continuation High is a public high school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. New Valley Continuation High serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Valley Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Valley Continuation High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, New Valley 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 New Valley 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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New Valley Continuation High — Students at New Valley Continuation High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How New Valley Continuation High Compares
See how New Valley Continuation High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1875 Lawrence Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Valley Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Santa Clara High (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adrian Wilcox High (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Marian A. Peterson Middle Sunnyvale | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
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|---|---|
| Cambridge Virtual Academy Anaheim, CA | 7.2 |
| Coronado High (Continuation) West Covina, CA | 7.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco, CA | 7.2 |
| Julian High Julian, CA | 7.2 |
| MONTEREY BAY ACADEMY La Selva Beach, CA | 7.2 |
| Hillside High Upland, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Valley Continuation High
What grades does New Valley Continuation High serve?
New Valley Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Valley Continuation High?
New Valley Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Valley Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at New Valley Continuation High is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Valley Continuation High rank in CA?
New Valley Continuation High ranks #3,176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Valley Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
New Valley Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 New Valley Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Valley Continuation High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Valley Continuation High a charter school?
No, New Valley Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Valley Continuation High a Title I school?
No, New Valley Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Valley Continuation High?
58.0% of students at New Valley 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
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 423-2300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #23 of 28
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