CENTRAL HIGH (CONTINUATION)

Central High (Continuation) is a Title I public high school that is part of the Barstow Unified school district, located in Barstow, CA with about 134 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 8 teachers, Central High (Continuation) has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Central High School in Barstow, California, is a continuation high school designed to serve students who need a flexible or alternative academic environment to complete their graduation requirements. Unlike traditional high schools, continuation schools focus on credit recovery and personalized instruction, allowing students who have fallen behind in their coursework to work at an accelerated or individualized pace to get back on track for a diploma.

The school is part of the Barstow Unified School District and is specifically structured to support students who may benefit from smaller class sizes and more direct interaction with teachers. By providing a more focused and supportive setting, Central High aims to re-engage students who may be struggling with the pace or social environment of a large comprehensive high school, ultimately helping them overcome academic hurdles and prepare for post-secondary success.

For more information, contact Central High (Continuation) at (760) 255-6063 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.