BIDWELL CONTINUATION HIGH SCHOOL

Bidwell Continuation High is a public high school that is part of the Antioch Unified school district, located in Antioch, CA with about 171 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 10 teachers, Bidwell Continuation High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Bidwell Continuation High School, located in Antioch, California, serves as an alternative educational environment designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. As a continuation school, its primary mission is to provide a flexible, personalized approach to learning that helps students recover credits, stay on track for graduation, and develop the necessary skills to transition into adulthood, whether that involves further education, vocational training, or the workforce.

The school is structured to provide a more intimate learning community where faculty can offer targeted academic intervention and emotional support. By maintaining smaller class sizes and focusing on individual student needs, Bidwell aims to remove barriers to success for those who have faced personal, social, or academic challenges. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource within the Antioch Unified School District, offering students a second chance to earn their diploma and achieve their post-secondary goals in a supportive and focused environment.

For more information, contact Bidwell Continuation High at (925) 779-7520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.