PIONEER CONTINUATION HIGH SCHOOL

Pioneer Continuation High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Shasta Union High school district, located in Redding, CA with about 171 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 11 teachers, Pioneer Continuation High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Pioneer Continuation High School, located in Redding, California, is part of the Shasta Union High School District. It serves as an alternative educational setting designed to provide students with a flexible path toward graduation. By focusing on smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, the school aims to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional environment, offering them the resources and academic support necessary to earn their high school diplomas and prepare for post-secondary opportunities.

The school emphasizes a supportive culture that prioritizes student engagement, credit recovery, and social-emotional growth. Because it is a continuation program, Pioneer is structured to assist students who have fallen behind in credits or who thrive in a more intimate, focused academic setting. By maintaining a close connection with the broader Shasta Union High School District, Pioneer ensures that its students have access to district-wide educational standards and opportunities while benefiting from the specialized attention provided by its dedicated staff.

For more information, contact Pioneer Continuation High at (530) 243-1880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.