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#5248 of 9,539 schools in CA
Valley Alternative High (continuation)
High School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
15430 Shadybend Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,248 of 9,539
In Hacienda Heights
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Valley Alternative High (continuation)
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About Valley Alternative High (continuation)
Valley Alternative High (continuation) is a public high school in Hacienda Heights, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Valley Alternative High (continuation) serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Alternative High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,248 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Alternative High (continuation) show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Valley Alternative High (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 Valley Alternative High (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
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Valley Alternative High (continuation) — Students at Valley Alternative High (continuation) score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Valley Alternative High (continuation) Compares
See how Valley Alternative High (continuation) 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
15430 Shadybend Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Alternative High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. La Puente High (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Los Altos High (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hacienda Heights, see our Hacienda Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Community Day Hacienda Heights | 0.0 mi | — |
| Puente Hills High Hacienda Heights | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Los Altos High Hacienda Heights | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Palm Canyon Hacienda Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS Hacienda Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| Kwis Elementary Hacienda Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Newton Middle Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Los Robles Academy Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Palm Elementary Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Goal Get It Hacienda Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hacienda Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Mark's Lutheran Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oxford Pentecostal Academy Hacienda Heights | 1.1 mi | — |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CENTER Hacienda Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mesa Robles Hacienda Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
| La Puente High La Puente | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Altos Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| NeoVerge Dream School La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,611
Median Home Value
$778,700
Median Rent
$2,246/mo
Population
54,996
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Alternative High (continuation)
What grades does Valley Alternative High (continuation) serve?
Valley Alternative High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Alternative High (continuation)?
Valley Alternative High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Alternative High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Alternative High (continuation) is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Alternative High (continuation) rank in CA?
Valley Alternative High (continuation) ranks #5,248 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley Alternative High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Alternative High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Valley Alternative High (continuation)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Alternative High (continuation) has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Valley Alternative High (continuation) a charter school?
No, Valley Alternative High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Alternative High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, Valley Alternative High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Alternative High (continuation)?
89.5% of students at Valley Alternative High (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 933-3401
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #13 of 32
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