Average
#4646 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Prospects High (alternative)
School · Antioch Unified
820 West Second St., Antioch, CA 94509
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,646 of 9,539
In Antioch
#4 of 27
public schools
In district
#3 of 25
Antioch Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Prospects High (alternative)
School in Antioch · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prospects High (alternative)
Prospects High (alternative) is a public school in Antioch, CA, part of Antioch Unified. Prospects High (alternative) serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospects High (alternative) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,646 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Prospects High (alternative) show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Prospects High (alternative) 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.
51% of students at Prospects High (alternative) 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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Prospects High (alternative) — Students at Prospects High (alternative) score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.6/10.
How Prospects High (alternative) Compares
See how Prospects High (alternative) 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
820 West Second St., Antioch, CA 94509
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prospects High (alternative) may also want to explore other schools in the area. SPECTRUM CENTER- ANTIOCH CAMPUS (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CCCOE Special Education Programs (rated 4.0/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont Elementary Antioch | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Antioch High Antioch | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Antioch Charter Academy II Antioch | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Antioch Middle Antioch | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Live Oak High (Continuation) Antioch | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Antioch | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Holy Rosary Antioch | 0.9 mi | — |
| Marsh Elementary Antioch | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Kimball Elementary Antioch | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Rocketship Delta Prep Redwood City | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Park Middle Antioch | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Mission Elementary Antioch | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Belshaw Elementary Antioch | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Spectrum Center, Antioch Antioch | 1.7 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- ANTIOCH CAMPUS Antioch | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bidwell Continuation High Antioch | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Antioch Charter Academy Antioch | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Sutter Elementary Antioch | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Turner Elementary Antioch | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| CCCOE Special Education Programs Antioch | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,512
Median Home Value
$565,300
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
71,013
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| Vista Springs Charter Temecula, CA | 6.4 |
| SOUTHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rowland Heights, CA | 6.5 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista, CA | 6.5 |
| Hearthstone Oroville, CA | 6.6 |
| Horizon La Quinta, CA | 6.6 |
| Horizons School: Independent Study Pleasant Hill, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prospects High (alternative)
What grades does Prospects High (alternative) serve?
Prospects High (alternative) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Prospects High (alternative)?
Prospects High (alternative) has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospects High (alternative)?
The student-teacher ratio at Prospects High (alternative) is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prospects High (alternative) rank in CA?
Prospects High (alternative) ranks #4,646 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Prospects High (alternative)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Prospects High (alternative) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Prospects High (alternative)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prospects High (alternative) has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Prospects High (alternative) a charter school?
No, Prospects High (alternative) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prospects High (alternative) a Title I school?
No, Prospects High (alternative) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prospects High (alternative)?
69.6% of students at Prospects High (alternative) 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.9%
- Phone
- (925) 779-7490
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
Antioch Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,034
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,933
- District Rank
- #3 of 25
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