Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School
About This School
Preschool | Grades 7-12 | Petaluma Joint Union High
Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School is located in Petaluma, CA and is one of 10 schools in Petaluma Joint Union High School District. It is a alt. school that serves 82 students in grades 7-12.
Alternative schools are public schools that offer nontraditional education for students whose needs cannot be met in a regular, special education, or vocational school. While alternative schools are distinct from regular, special education, and vocational schools in their teaching approach or classroom environment, they can provide similar services and/or curriculum for students. Alternative schools include schools for potential dropouts, residential treatment centers for substance abuse, schools for chronic truants, and schools for students with behavioral problems. See Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2010, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 24 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School's students and teachers. more
Alternative schools are public schools that offer nontraditional education for students whose needs cannot be met in a regular, special education, or vocational school. While alternative schools are distinct from regular, special education, and vocational schools in their teaching approach or classroom environment, they can provide similar services and/or curriculum for students. Alternative schools include schools for potential dropouts, residential treatment centers for substance abuse, schools for chronic truants, and schools for students with behavioral problems. See Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2010, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 24 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School's students and teachers. more
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Nearby Cities
540 Vallejo St, Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4794
Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio High School 0 miles |  |
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| Live Oak Charter School 0.2 miles |  |
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| Crossroads School 0.3 miles |  |
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| St Vincent Elementary School 0.9 miles | n/a | |
| Spring Hill Montessori 0.9 miles | n/a |
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Students
Enrollment (2011)
Total: 82
66%
34%
Student Economic Level (2011)
In 2011, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School had 37% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. California had 53% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2011)
White
74%
Hispanic
21%
Two or More Races
2%
Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
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19:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Valley Oaks High (Alternative) School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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About the CAHSEE
What is it?
The California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) is used to measure student mastery of specific skills as determined by the state. Students must pass both sections of the exam in order to graduate from high school.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Each student is assessed in grade 10 in English language arts and math. Students can retake the exam up to five times after grade 10.
How is it Scored?
The CAHSEE is an untimed pass/fail test. The goal is for all students to pass both sections of the test.
About the CST
What is it?
The California Standards Test (CST) is an annual exam used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards. The CST is one of the five components of the STAR Program.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students are assessed in grades 2 through 11 in English language arts and math, in grades 5, 8 and 10 in science, and in grades 8, 10 and 11 in history/social science. In grades 9 through 11, students may also be assessed in math and science, depending on course enrollment.
How is it Scored?
Students receive one of five ratings: far below basic, below basic, basic, proficient or advanced. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
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TestRating
6 out of 10
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