Colusa Alternative High (Continuation)

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.
24
Total Students
1.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Colusa Alternative High (Continuation)
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic20
  • Hispanic
    20 (83.3 %)
  • White
    4 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Colusa Alternative High (Continuation)
Grade Student Count
Grade 119
Grade 1215
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Colusa Alternative High (Continuation)
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1250%
Male1250%