ISLAND HIGH (CONTINUATION)

Island High (Continuation) is a Title I public high school that is part of the Alameda Unified school district, located in Alameda, CA with about 111 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, Island High (Continuation) has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Island High School, located in Alameda, California, is a specialized continuation high school designed to provide a supportive and flexible academic environment for students who may have struggled in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. By offering smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, the school aims to help students recover academic credits and overcome personal or educational hurdles that have hindered their progress toward graduation.

The school emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere, focusing on social-emotional support alongside academic achievement. Through its structured yet adaptable curriculum, Island High empowers students to stay on track, build confidence, and ultimately earn their high school diplomas, ensuring they are better prepared for post-secondary opportunities, whether in college or the workforce.

For more information, contact Island High (Continuation) at (510) 748-4024 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.