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#7151 of 9,539 schools in CA
Quincy Junior/senior High
High School · Plumas Unified
6 Quincy Junction Rd., Quincy, CA 95971
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,151 of 9,539
In Quincy
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Plumas Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Quincy Junior/senior High
High School in Quincy · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Quincy Junior/senior High
Quincy Junior/senior High is a public high school in Quincy, CA, part of Plumas Unified. Quincy Junior/senior High serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Quincy Junior/senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,151 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Quincy Junior/senior High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Quincy Junior/senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
54% of students at Quincy Junior/senior 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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Quincy Junior/senior High — Students at Quincy Junior/senior High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 2.7/10.
How Quincy Junior/senior High Compares
See how Quincy Junior/senior 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
6 Quincy Junction Rd., Quincy, CA 95971
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quincy Junior/senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Westwood High (rated 8.7/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portola Junior/Senior High (rated 6.0/10, 26.7 miles away, in nearby Portola), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chester Junior/Senior High (rated 5.4/10, 29.5 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portola Opportunity Quincy | 0.4 mi | — |
| Plumas County Community Quincy | 0.4 mi | — |
| Plumas County Opportunity Quincy | 0.4 mi | — |
| Plumas Christian School Quincy | 0.6 mi | — |
| Plumas Charter Quincy | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Quincy Elementary Quincy | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Greenville High Greenville | 13.9 mi | — |
| Greenville Elementary Greenville | 14.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Fletcher Walker Elementary Westwood | 25.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Westwood High Westwood | 25.5 mi | 8.7 |
| LAKE ALMANOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Almanor | 25.3 mi | — |
| Downieville Junior-Senior High Downieville | 26.7 mi | — |
| Downieville Elementary Downieville | 26.8 mi | — |
| Chester Junior/Senior High Chester | 29.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Chester Elementary Chester | 29.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ST ANDREW'S ACADEMY Chester | 29.9 mi | — |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola | 25.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Portola Junior/Senior High Portola | 26.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Beckwourth (Jim) High (Continuation) Portola | 26.7 mi | — |
| Camptonville Elementary Camptonville | 34.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,571
Median Home Value
$308,400
Median Rent
$1,323/mo
Population
6,288
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
66%
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
49.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quincy Junior/senior High
What grades does Quincy Junior/senior High serve?
Quincy Junior/senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Quincy Junior/senior High?
Quincy Junior/senior High has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quincy Junior/senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Quincy Junior/senior High is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quincy Junior/senior High rank in CA?
Quincy Junior/senior High ranks #7,151 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Quincy Junior/senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Quincy Junior/senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Quincy Junior/senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quincy Junior/senior High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Quincy Junior/senior High a charter school?
No, Quincy Junior/senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quincy Junior/senior High a Title I school?
No, Quincy Junior/senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quincy Junior/senior High?
47.3% of students at Quincy Junior/senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Plumas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (530) 283-6510
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Plumas Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,687
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,119
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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