The Facts: Mt. Diablo
Total Enrollment: 1,483
English language learners: 347
Total Enrollment: 1,483
English language learners: 347
Number of classes: 380
Students per class: 21.6 (less than the district average of 26.5)
Students per Computer: 4.1
Percent of Students that took the SAT in the 2011-2012: 23.55%, with an avg. score of 445 in Critical Reading, 462 in Math, and 447 in Writing
(http://dq.cde.ca.gov/)
The Feel: Mt. Diablo
We toured around the school and saw many positive, outstanding elements. First, the school's mascot is the "Red Devil" and the red and green theme are prevalent through signage and locker coloration. Then we saw an extremely creative way to honor two teachers that are no longer at the school. Students used graffiti design and typography to create a larger than life memorial, and the colors and artistry add vibrancy and pride to an otherwise blank wall. Also on campus is the Pizzeria, where students can buy lunch during break. The style mimics an Italian flag, and the convenience of professionally made food would be a nice break from homemade lunches. The quad includes new grass, a large stage for school performances, and plenty of seating area and trees for shade. Another memorial, for a student named Jesse de Soto, exists in the form of a garden next to the ROP building. When Mt. Diablo is filled with high school students, teachers, and staff, we can imagine it as a lively and energetic environment for learning. Construction workers on site during this week have been completing last minute renovations and updates to the campus.
Video Clips:
Mt. Diablo's Multi-Cultural Event (2011-2012)
Mt. Diablo students going back to class after a protest regarding furlough days.
Percent of Students that took the SAT in the 2011-2012: 23.55%, with an avg. score of 445 in Critical Reading, 462 in Math, and 447 in Writing
- Compare to the District averages of 519 in Critical Reading, 542 in Math, and 519 in Writing
- Compare to District average of 24.5
Graduation Rate: 81. 5%
(http://dq.cde.ca.gov/)
The Feel: Mt. Diablo
We toured around the school and saw many positive, outstanding elements. First, the school's mascot is the "Red Devil" and the red and green theme are prevalent through signage and locker coloration. Then we saw an extremely creative way to honor two teachers that are no longer at the school. Students used graffiti design and typography to create a larger than life memorial, and the colors and artistry add vibrancy and pride to an otherwise blank wall. Also on campus is the Pizzeria, where students can buy lunch during break. The style mimics an Italian flag, and the convenience of professionally made food would be a nice break from homemade lunches. The quad includes new grass, a large stage for school performances, and plenty of seating area and trees for shade. Another memorial, for a student named Jesse de Soto, exists in the form of a garden next to the ROP building. When Mt. Diablo is filled with high school students, teachers, and staff, we can imagine it as a lively and energetic environment for learning. Construction workers on site during this week have been completing last minute renovations and updates to the campus.
Video Clips:
Mt. Diablo's Multi-Cultural Event (2011-2012)
Mt. Diablo students going back to class after a protest regarding furlough days.
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