Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) serves 10 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)'s student population of 10 students has grown by 233% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is 0.42, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)?
10 students attend Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) students are White, and 30% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) offer ?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) part of?
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School) is part of Plumas Unified School District.
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