Serving 10 students in grades 9-12, Carmel Valley High School 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 3:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carmel Valley High School's student population of 10 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel Valley High School 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 Carmel Valley High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carmel Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Valley High School's ranking?
Carmel Valley High School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmel Valley High School often compared to?
Carmel Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel High School by visitors of our site.
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 Carmel Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Carmel Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carmel Valley High School?
10 students attend Carmel Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carmel Valley High School students are White, and 40% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmel Valley High School?
Carmel Valley High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmel Valley High School offer ?
Carmel Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carmel Valley High School part of?
Carmel Valley High School is part of Carmel Unified School District.
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