Colusa Alternative High (Continuation)
24 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Colusa Alternative High is a specialized continuation school located in Colusa, California, designed to serve students who may benefit from an educational environment outside of the traditional high school setting. As a continuation program, it focuses on providing a flexible and supportive atmosphere for students who are credit-deficient or who require a more individualized approach to completing their high school graduation requirements. The school emphasizes smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, allowing staff to work closely with students to help them get back on track academically while fostering social and emotional growth.
Beyond credit recovery, Colusa Alternative High aims to keep students engaged by offering a curriculum that balances core academic subjects with opportunities for vocational development and personal goal setting. By providing a structured yet adaptable framework, the school plays a vital role in the Colusa Unified School District’s efforts to improve graduation rates and ensure that every student has a pathway to earn their diploma. The facility at 901 Colus Ave. serves as a dedicated space for students to overcome academic challenges and prepare for life after graduation, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce.
Beyond credit recovery, Colusa Alternative High aims to keep students engaged by offering a curriculum that balances core academic subjects with opportunities for vocational development and personal goal setting. By providing a structured yet adaptable framework, the school plays a vital role in the Colusa Unified School District’s efforts to improve graduation rates and ensure that every student has a pathway to earn their diploma. The facility at 901 Colus Ave. serves as a dedicated space for students to overcome academic challenges and prepare for life after graduation, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce.
24
Total Students
1.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic | 20 |
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Hispanic20 (83.3 %)
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White4 (16.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Colusa Unified |
| Phone: | (530)458-2156 |
| Website: | http://colusaalternativehigh.colusa.k12.ca.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 24 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 1.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 18 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 11
9
Grade 12
15
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 11 | 9 |
| Grade 12 | 15 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 12 | 50% |
| Male | 12 | 50% |
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