School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2006-07 Published During 2007-08

2006-07 Executive Summary School Accountability Report Card

Paso Robles High School
Address:  801 Niblick Rd. , Paso Robles   CA  93447-7010  Phone:  (805) 237-3333 
Principal:  Ed  Railsback  Grade Span:  9  - 12 
This executive summary of the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is intended to provide parents and community members with a quick snapshot of school accountability. The data presented in this report are reported for the 2006-07 school year, except the School Finances and School Completion data that are reported for the 2005-06 school year. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should review the entire SARC or contact the school principal or the district office. 

About This School

 
The mission statement of Paso Robles High School is that all graduates have the tools to be effective citizens in our society; to be honest, responsible, cooperative, and respectful; and to be prepared for further education, employment, and lifelong learning. Paso Robles High School is committed to fulfilling all of our students’ educational needs by providing opportunities that challenge them to achieve their highest potential and to strive for individual excellence. It is our goal, in partnership with our community, to provide a safe and respectful learning community that prepares our students to become contributing members of our diverse, evolving and global society.

Student Enrollment 
Group  Enrollment 
Number of students  2202 
African American  2.95  %
American Indian or Alaska Native  0.86  %
Asian  1.27  %
Filipino  0.68  %
Hispanic or Latino  32.43  %
Pacific Islander  0.27  %
White (not Hispanic)  59.36  %
Multiple or No Response  2.18  %
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged  25  %
English Learners  12  %
Students with Disabilities  10  %

Teachers 
Indicator  Teachers 
Teachers with full credential  108 
Teachers without full credential  2 
Teachers Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence  16
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners  28
Total Teacher Misassignments   46

School Facilities 
Summary of Most Recent Site Inspection 
Inspected 9/25/06. No major deficiencies found. Minor concerns (multiple ceiling tiles missing, ballasts out) being addressed through normal work order system.
Repairs Needed 
No Major Repairs Necessary (not counting facilities replacement that comes with a 25 year old buidling and issus addressed in Meature T passed in November 2006)
Corrective Actions Taken or Planned 
Minor concerns addressed through normal work order system. Ceiling tiles replaced and ballasts replaced. Replaced roofing and HVAC during Summer 2007.

Curriculum and Instructional Materials 
Core Curriculum Areas  Pupils Who Lack Textbooks and Instructiona Materials 
Reading/Language Arts  0%
Mathematics  0%
Science  0%
History-Social Science  0%
Foreign Language  0%
Health  0%
Science Laboratory Equipment  0%

School Finances 
Level  Expenditures Per Pupil (Unrestricted Sources Only) 
School Site  $4,720
District  $
State   $4,943

Student Performance 
Subject  Students Proficient and Above on California Standards Tests 
English-Language Arts   %
English-Language Arts   %
Science   %
History-Social Science   

Academic Progress 
Indicator  Result 
2007 API Growth Score (from 2007 API Growth Report)  744  
Statewide Rank (from 2007 API Base Report)  6  
2007-08 Program Improvement Status (PI Year)  Not in PI  

School Completion 
Indicator  Result 
Graduation Rate   

Postsecondary Preparation 
Measures  Percent 
Pupils Who Completed a Career Technical Education Program and Earned a High School Diploma   
Graduates Who Completed All Courses Required for University of California or California State University Admission   

2006-07 School Accountability Report Card Reported (SARC)
The School Accountability Report Card (SARC), which is required by law to be published annually, contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school. More information about SARC requirements is available at the California Department of Education (CDE) Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office. DataQuest, an online data tool at http://data1.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/, contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state.

I. About This School 

Contact Information 
This section provides the schools contact information. 
School  District 
School Name  Paso Robles High   District Name  Paso Robles Joint Unified  
Street  801 Niblick Rd.   Phone Number  (805) 238-2222 
City, State, Zip  Paso Robles  , CA  93447-7010  Web Site  www.pasoschools.org 
Phone Number  (805) 237-3333  Superintendent  Kathleen McNamara, Ed.D.
Principal  Ed  Railsback  E-mail Address  kmcnamara@king.prps.k12.ca.us
E-mail Address  erailsback@king.prps.k12.ca.us CDS Code 40-75457-4035754 

School Description and Mission Statement 
This section provides information about the school's goals and programs. 
 The mission statement of Paso Robles High School is that all graduates have the tools to be effective citizens in our society; to be honest, responsible, cooperative, and respectful; and to be prepared for further education, employment, and lifelong learning. Paso Robles High School is committed to fulfilling all of our students’ educational needs by providing opportunities that challenge them to achieve their highest potential and to strive for individual excellence. It is our goal, in partnership with our community, to provide a safe and respectful learning community that prepares our students to become contributing members of our diverse, evolving and global society.  
 

Opportunities for Parental Involvement 
This section provides information about opportunities for parents to become involved with school activities.  
   We are indebted to our very supportive and involved community. There are many opportunities for parents and community to be involved in the school’s academic and extracurricular activities. We are proud of our PTSA, our School Site Council, and the various booster organization’s partnerships, who have contributed thousands of volunteer hours. We appreciate the ongoing support we receive from our local businesses and foundations. The community takes pride in being involved in a wide variety of school activities. Working together with our parents and the community, we are dedicated to preparing our students for higher education or entry into the workforce.

Student Enrollment by Grade Level 
This table displays the number of students enrolled in each grade level at the school. 
Grade Level  Number of Students 
Kindergarten  0 
Grade 1  0 
Grade 2  0 
Grade 3  0 
Grade 4  0 
Grade 5  0 
Grade 6  0 
Grade 7  0 
Grade 8  0 
Ungraded Elementary  0 
Grade 9  603 
Grade 10  595 
Grade 11  557 
Grade 12  447 
Ungraded Secondary  0 
Total Enrollment  2202 

Student Enrollment by Group 
This table displays the percent of students enrolled at the school who are identified as being in a particular group. 
Group  Percent of Total Enrollment  Group  Percent of Total Enrollment 
African American  2.95  % White (not Hispanic)  59.36  %
American Indian or Alaska Native  0.86  % Multiple or No Response  2.18  %
Asian  1.27  % Socioeconomically Disadvantaged  25  %
Filipino  0.68  % English Learners  12  %
Hispanic or Latino  32.43  % Students with Disabilities  10  %
Pacific Islander  0.27  %    

Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Secondary) 
This table displays by subject area the average class size and the number of classrooms that fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). 
Subject  2004-05  2005-06  2006-07 
Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms  Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms  Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms 
1-20  23-32  33+  1-20  23-32  33+  1-20  23-32  33+ 
English  23.3  43  32  9  23.3  45  40  10  21.7  53  32  12 
Mathematics  22.5  37  31  8  23.0  38  36  6  22.6  42  28  9 
Science  23.3  15  26    24.7  12  23  2  25.7  9  37  1 
Social Science  30.4  4  30  29  29.8  7  34  23  28.3  12  32  20 

Participation in the Class Size Reduction Program 
This table displays the percent of students in kindergarten through grade 3 who were assigned to a classroom that participated in the Class Size Reduction Program. 
Grade Level  Percent of Students Participating 
2004-05  2005-06  2006-07 
K  LEA Provided LEA Provided LEA Provided
1  LEA Provided LEA Provided LEA Provided
2  LEA Provided LEA Provided LEA Provided
3  LEA Provided LEA Provided LEA Provided

II. School Climate 

School Safety Plan 
This section provides information about the school's comprehensive safety plan. 

There are two main components of safe and effective schools. Component one focuses on people and programs, while component two focuses on places or the physical environment of the school each component addresses the overall safety of the school.

Component One: People and Programs: In this component, schools develop strategies which promote a caring school community and create a safe school climate by providing an atmosphere where students feel they belong.

Programs that reinforce a caring and safe school are as follows:

  • Positive behavior support
  • Bullying-prevention programs
  • Drug and alcohol prevention programs

Component Two: Physical Environment: In this component, schools develop strategies to create a safe physical environment that is cheerful, comfortable, and free of dirty, dreary, or graffiti-filled buildings.
Classrooms and furnishing should have:

  • Adequate lighting
  • Positive posters, bulletins, and signs displayed
  • Crisis response procedures in place
  • Law enforcement partners
  • Graffiti removal and vandalism repair
  • Safe and clean restrooms  

An updated Safe School Plan will be completed by March 1, 2008

School Discipline Practices 
This section provides information about the school's efforts to create and maintain a positive learning environment, including the school’s use of disciplinary strategies. 
Paso Robles High School is a "Community of Caring" school. This nation-wide program is used to enhance student self esteem and responsibility. Students are recognized, within the school and throughout the community, during the school year for a variety of accomplishments. Each teacher is responsible for the classroom learning environment in his/her class. Students are expected to support a positive learning environment in class, on campus and when they represent Paso Robles High School in a school-sponsored activity.

Some of the Program Highlights Paso Robles High School has to offer students:
• A Community of Caring School
• Challenging academic programs
• AVID – National Demonstration Program
• State-of-the-art Agricultural Academy
• Advanced Placement classes
• English Language Learner instruction
• Strong student leadership
• Co-curricular and extracurricular activities
• Active parent groups and booster clubs
• Partnerships with local businesses and service clubs
• Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)
• Special Education programs
• Before- and after-school and lunchtime tutoring and intervention programs
• Peer counseling and peer tutoring
• Teacher/student extended learning/advisement program
• Friday Night Live
• Environmental Club
• M.E.Ch.A.
• Drama Club
• American Field Service International (AFS)
• California Scholarship Federation (CSF)

Suspensions and Expulsions 
This table displays the rate of suspensions and expulsions (the total number of incidents divided by the total enrollment) at the school and district levels for the most recent three-year period. 
Rate  School  District 
2004-05  2005-06  2006-07  2004-05  2005-06  2006-07 
Suspensions  12.2   12.9   23.8   12.2   13.6   16.3  
Expulsions  0.9   0.9   1.0   0.6   0.6   0.6  

III. School Facilities 

School Facility Conditions and Improvements 
This section provides information about the condition of the school’s grounds, buildings, and restrooms, and a description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements. 

 Inspected 9/25/06. No major deficiencies found. Minor concerns (multiple ceiling tiles missing, ballasts out) being addressed through normal work order system.
 
  No Major Repairs Necessary (not counting facilities replacement that comes with a 25 year old buidling and issus addressed in Meature T passed in November 2006)

Minor concerns addressed through normal work order system. Ceiling tiles replaced and ballasts replaced.

Roofs were repaired and HVAC units replaced during Summer, 2007 utilizing funds from Measure T.

School Facility Good Repair Status 
This table displays the results of the most recently completed school site inspection to determine the school facility’s good repair status. 
Item Inspected  Repair Status  Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned 
Good  Fair  Poor 
Gas Leaks  Yes      
Mechanical Systems  Yes      
Windows/Doors/Gates (interior and exterior)  Yes      
Interior Surfaces (walls, floors, and ceilings)  Yes      
Hazardous Materials (interior and exterior)  Yes      
Structural Damage  Yes      
Fire Safety  Yes      
Electrical (interior and exterior)  Yes      
Pest/Vermin Infestation  Yes      
Drinking Fountains (inside and outside)  Yes      
Restrooms  Yes      
Sewer  Yes      
Playground/School Grounds  Yes      
Roofs  Yes      
Overall Cleanliness  Yes      

Overall Summary of School Facility Good Repair Status 
This table displays the overall summary of the results of the most recently completed school site inspection. 
Item Inspected  Facility Condition 
Exemplary  Good  Fair  Poor 
Overall Summary  Good

IV. Teachers 

Teacher Credentials 
This table displays the number of teachers assigned to the school with a full credential, without a full credential, and those teaching outside of their subject area of competence. Detailed information about teacher qualifications can be found at the CDE Web site at http://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/. 
Teachers  School  District 
2004-05  2005-06  2006-07  2006-07 
With Full Credential  104  107  108  383 
Without Full Credential  2  3  2  2 
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence  LEA Provided LEA Provided LEA Provided N/A 

Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions 
This table displays the number of teacher misassignments (teachers assigned without proper legal authorization) and the number of vacant teacher positions (not filled by a single designated teacher assigned to teach the entire course at the beginning of the school year or semester). Note: Total Teacher Misassignments includes the number of Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners. 
Indicator  2005-06  2006-07  2007-08 
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners   36 20 28
Total Teacher Misassignments   51 20 44
Vacant Teacher Positions  0 0 0

Core Academic Classes Taught by No Child Left Behind Compliant Teachers 
This table displays the percent of classes in core academic subjects taught by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliant and non-NCLB compliant teachers at the school, at all schools in the district, at high-poverty schools in the district, and at low-poverty schools in the district. More information on teacher qualifications required under NCLB can be found at the CDE Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/nclb/sr/tq/. 
Location of Classes  Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects 
Taught by NCLB Compliant Teachers  Taught by Non-NCLB Compliant Teachers 
This School   98.9  1.1 
All Schools in District   95.5  4.5 
High-Poverty Schools in District  50.0  50.0 
Low-Poverty Schools in District  69.1