Serving 63 students in grades 9-12, Cuyama Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuyama Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cuyama Valley High School's student population of 63 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Working cooperatively with community, students, and staff.'
School Rankings
Cuyama Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuyama Valley High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuyama Valley High School's ranking?
Cuyama Valley High School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cuyama Valley High School often compared to?
Cuyama Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Alternative High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cuyama Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Cuyama Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cuyama Valley High School?
63 students attend Cuyama Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cuyama Valley High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cuyama Valley High School?
Cuyama Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cuyama Valley High School offer ?
Cuyama Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cuyama Valley High School part of?
Cuyama Valley High School is part of Cuyama Joint Unified School District.
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