Serving 83 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Banning Independent Study 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 33%). 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 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banning Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Banning Independent Study's student population of 83 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banning Independent Study ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banning Independent Study is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
63%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banning Independent Study's ranking?
Banning Independent Study is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Banning Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Banning Independent Study is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Banning Independent Study?
83 students attend Banning Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Banning Independent Study students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banning Independent Study?
Banning Independent Study has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Banning Independent Study offer ?
Banning Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Banning Independent Study part of?
Banning Independent Study is part of Banning Unified School District.
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