Central Valley High School

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Central Valley High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4033 Central Ave,  Ceres, CA
Ceres Unified School District
3.8
5.0
2,260 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dan Pangrazio
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
99
Full Time Teachers
99
Teachers in First or Second Year
30.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
27
Math
24
English
28
Reading
29
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
72.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
3.4%
State Average
19.4%
Science
4.7%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
423:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
Hispanic
84.3%
White
7.3%
Asian
5.7%
Black
<1%
Filipino
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
California State University - Stanislaus 398 Students
University of California - Davis 256 Students
University of California - Berkeley 224 Students
University of California - Merced 222 Students
San Francisco State University 215 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 204 Students
California State University - Sacramento 199 Students
Modesto Junior College 183 Students
San José State University 159 Students
University of the Pacific 156 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 115 Students
Nursing 108 Students
Biology 107 Students
Psychology 98 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 48 Students
Computer Science 44 Students
Criminology 40 Students
Political Science and Government 32 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 31 Students
Mechanical Engineering 31 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 220 Reviews
3.0 Junior
1/7/2026
overall my experience here has been pretty mixed. it really depends what kind of student you are, you'll either fit in well or be an outcast. it's filled with tons of people and its generally difficult to get around without bumping into someone during rallies or passing periods. the clubs are decent, though the fun ones are mostly unavailable since they have no advisor. this school tries to maintain the "welcoming inclusive environment" though i feel like it isn't always the case as i've seen the "weirder" kids being made fun of and some teachers being unfair with how they treat certain students.
4.0 Senior
7/10/2025
Central Valley needs to focus more on the students who desire to attend college. They do not give out as much opportunities or resources for students who want to learn about college or their career pathway.
5.0 Senior
9/5/2023
My experience at Central Valley High school has been great. All of the teachers are nice and are always open to talk to you academically and personally. I have been able to get involved in FFA and sports and make so many different friends that dont even attend CVHS because of all the overnight opportunities they have. Some things that i wish would change is the tardy policy because they have a policy where once the bell rings they make teachers lock their doors and if you are outside you get a detention. I believe this is not right because If i am walking across campus it takes me way longer than 5 min to get to class on time.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 7 Reviews
5.0 other
4/28/2020
The best school there is. Teachers are always willing to help their students. Very fun activities and rallies. Great extracurricular activities and electives.
5.0 parent
12/8/2018
Excellent school, wonderful teachers that care about each student.
5.0 parent
8/17/2017
Great high school, great programs, and great team of work
5.0 other
1/21/2017
Teachers are so helpful and try their best to help their students in any way possible which is amazing. The staff is very friendly. The events they conduct are very put together and organized. Very nice and clean school. Students are friendly and are school spirited. Classes challenge students and p...

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Central Valley High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Ceres, CA and is served by the Ceres Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,260 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Central Valley High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 27. Discover additional schools in the area, like Argus and Endeavor High School, Ceres High School, Stanislaus County Special Education School, and more. Learn more about what Ceres has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central Valley High School.

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