Serving 4 students in grades 6-10, High Desert Community Day 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Desert Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
High Desert Community Day's student population of 4 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
High Desert Community Day ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Desert Community Day is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
25%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
33%
10%
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 High Desert Community Day's ranking?
High Desert Community Day is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Desert Community Day?
4 students attend High Desert Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of High Desert Community Day students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does High Desert Community Day offer ?
High Desert Community Day offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is High Desert Community Day part of?
High Desert Community Day is part of Modoc Joint Unified School District.
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