Serving 26 students in grades 9-12, Palisade Glacier High (Continuation 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School)'s student population of 26 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) is 0.70, which is more 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
31%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School)?
26 students attend Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) students are Hispanic, 31% of students are American Indian, 31% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School)?
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) offer ?
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) part of?
Palisade Glacier High (Continuation School) is part of Bishop Unified School District.
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