John Vierra High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 51%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(19-20)19%
55%
Black
(19-20)n/a
5%
White
(19-20)81%
23%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
14%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Vierra High School?
The graduation rate of John Vierra High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend John Vierra High School?
21 students attend John Vierra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of John Vierra High School students are White, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does John Vierra High School offer ?
John Vierra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John Vierra High School part of?
John Vierra High School is part of Bret Harte Union High School District.
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