Serving 48 students in grades 7-12, Opportunity Program 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunity Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Opportunity Program's student population of 48 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Opportunity Program 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 Opportunity Program is 0.50, 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Opportunity Program's ranking?
Opportunity Program is ranked #4999 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?
≤20% 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 Opportunity Program?
The graduation rate of Opportunity Program is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Opportunity Program?
48 students attend Opportunity Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Opportunity Program students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opportunity Program?
Opportunity Program has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Opportunity Program offer ?
Opportunity Program offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Opportunity Program part of?
Opportunity Program is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunity Program located?
Opportunity Program is located in the Victoria neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Victoria.
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