Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Kings Canyon Continuation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Canyon Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kings Canyon Continuation's student population of 166 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Kings Canyon Continuation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kings Canyon Continuation is 0.13, 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
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Canyon Continuation's ranking?
Kings Canyon Continuation is ranked #8636 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kings Canyon Continuation?
The graduation rate of Kings Canyon Continuation is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kings Canyon Continuation?
166 students attend Kings Canyon Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kings Canyon Continuation students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Canyon Continuation?
Kings Canyon Continuation has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kings Canyon Continuation offer ?
Kings Canyon Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kings Canyon Continuation part of?
Kings Canyon Continuation is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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