CAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Mesquite Continuation High — School Profile & District Info

High|Ridgecrest, California|Sierra Sands Unified

Ridgecrest, CA 93555

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
103
Student:Teacher
20.6:1
Locale
Town
Econ. Disadvantaged
82.5%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
11-19%
Math Proficiency
<=10%
Graduation Rate
35-39%

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Near average in CA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$15,168
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 25%State 63%Local 12%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$358,484
-0.5% YoY
Bakersfield, CA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

95
Current enrollment
Growing(+23% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Mesquite Continuation High

Enrollment at Mesquite Continuation High stands at 103 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

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