Serving 31 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Del Norte Community ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Norte Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Del Norte Community's student population of 31 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Open Door Community Health Centers promotes social justice and human dignity through exceptional patient-centered care that improves the health and well-being of our patients, community, and staff.
School Rankings
Del Norte Community ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Norte Community is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
32%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte Community's ranking?
Del Norte Community is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Norte Community?
The graduation rate of Del Norte Community is 40-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Del Norte Community?
31 students attend Del Norte Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Del Norte Community students are White, 32% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Norte Community?
Del Norte Community has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Norte Community offer ?
Del Norte Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Del Norte Community part of?
Del Norte Community is part of Del Norte County Office Of Education School District.
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