Below Average
#7955 of 9,539 schools in CA
Portola-butler Continuation High
High School · South Monterey County Joint Union High
760 Broadway St., King City, CA 93930
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,955 of 9,539
In King City
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
South Monterey County Joint Union High
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Portola-butler Continuation High
High School in King City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Portola-butler Continuation High
Portola-butler Continuation High is a public high school in King City, CA, part of South Monterey County Joint Union High. Portola-butler Continuation High serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Portola-butler Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,955 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Portola-butler Continuation High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Portola-butler 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 Portola-butler 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.
71% of students at Portola-butler Continuation 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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Portola-butler Continuation High — Students at Portola-butler Continuation High score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 9.0/10.
How Portola-butler Continuation High Compares
See how Portola-butler Continuation 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
760 Broadway St., King City, CA 93930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portola-butler Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. King City High (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenfield High (rated 6.6/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinnacle Coastal Valley High (rated 2.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in King City, see our King City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 0.0 mi | 2.3 |
| King City High King City | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Santa Lucia Elementary King City | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| King City Arts Magnet King City | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 8.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 9.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 9.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 10.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 10.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 10.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bitterwater-Tully Elementary King City | 13.8 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary Lockwood | 18.6 mi | 3.5 |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 18.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 18.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 18.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Soledad Transition Center Soledad | 18.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,555
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
17,124
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
30.2
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| Evergreen High Oakhurst, CA | 4.4 |
| Florence E. Rata Fresno, CA | 4.4 |
| Marin's Community San Rafael, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portola-butler Continuation High
What grades does Portola-butler Continuation High serve?
Portola-butler Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Portola-butler Continuation High?
Portola-butler Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portola-butler Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at Portola-butler Continuation High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portola-butler Continuation High rank in CA?
Portola-butler Continuation High ranks #7,955 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Portola-butler Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
Portola-butler Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Portola-butler Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portola-butler Continuation High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Portola-butler Continuation High a charter school?
No, Portola-butler Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portola-butler Continuation High a Title I school?
No, Portola-butler Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portola-butler Continuation High?
83.1% of students at Portola-butler 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.2%
- Phone
- (831) 385-4661
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
South Monterey County Joint Union High- District Enrollment
- 2,731
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,485
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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