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Twin Palms Continuation

High School · Palo Verde Unified

811 West Chanslor Way, Blythe, CA 92225

Enrollment

77

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,089 of 9,539

In Blythe

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Palo Verde Unified

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Twin Palms Continuation

5.7/10

High School in Blythe · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Palo Verde High

5.9/10

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3.9/10

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About Twin Palms Continuation

Twin Palms Continuation is a public high school in Blythe, CA, part of Palo Verde Unified. Twin Palms Continuation serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Palms Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,089 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Palms Continuation show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 77 students, Twin Palms Continuation 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 Twin Palms Continuation 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-46.4 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,741

Twin Palms Continuation — Students at Twin Palms Continuation score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 6.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 9.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2024
ELA
9.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Twin Palms Continuation Compares

See how Twin Palms Continuation performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in CA
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers

Location

811 West Chanslor Way, Blythe, CA 92225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Palms Continuation may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Palo Verde High (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Le Pera Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 24.5 miles away, in nearby Parker), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Felix J. Appleby Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blythe, see our Blythe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

8 within 24.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Palo Verde High Blythe 0.2 mi 5.9
Margaret White Elementary Blythe 0.6 mi 3.9
Blythe District Preschool Blythe 0.7 mi
Ruth Brown Elementary Blythe 1.1 mi 3.8
Felix J. Appleby Elementary Blythe 1.5 mi 5.1
Miss Johnson Education Department Blythe 1.7 mi
Ehrenberg Elementary School Ehrenberg 5.6 mi 4.7
Le Pera Elementary School Parker 24.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,294

Median Home Value

$197,000

Median Rent

$902/mo

Population

21,101

College Educated

8.9%

Homeownership

60.5%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Palms Continuation

What grades does Twin Palms Continuation serve?

Twin Palms Continuation serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Twin Palms Continuation?

Twin Palms Continuation has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Palms Continuation?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Palms Continuation is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Palms Continuation rank in CA?

Twin Palms Continuation ranks #6,089 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Twin Palms Continuation's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Palms Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Twin Palms Continuation?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Palms Continuation has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Twin Palms Continuation a charter school?

No, Twin Palms Continuation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Twin Palms Continuation a Title I school?

No, Twin Palms Continuation is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Palms Continuation?

88.3% of students at Twin Palms Continuation 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Type
alternative
Setting
Remote Town
County
Riverside County
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

District

Palo Verde Unified
District Enrollment
2,706
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,741
District Rank
#2 of 5

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