Mesquite Continuation High School

About Mesquite Continuation High School

Mesquite Continuation High School is an alternative school in California that provides a unique learning environment for students who need a more individualized education. The school offers a wide range of courses and resources to help students achieve their educational goals. The school has a flexible schedule and provides an individualized learning plan for each student. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, such as sports teams and student government. The school also provides counseling and support services for students and their families. The school has a strong commitment to helping students succeed, and is dedicated to helping them reach their highest potential. Mesquite Continuation High School is an excellent choice for students who need a more personalized learning experience.

Address:	140 W. Drummond Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Phone:	(760) 499-1810
Site:	mesquite.ssusd.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	72 students

Overview Mesquite Continuation High School

Mesquite Continuation High School serves 72 students in grades 9-12.
Mesquite Continuation High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Mesquite Continuation High School

Mesquite Continuation High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Mesquite Continuation High School is 0.64, 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.