Bishop Independent Study serves 12 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bishop Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Bishop Independent Study's student population of 12 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bishop Independent Study is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
33%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
33%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Bishop Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Bishop Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bishop Independent Study?
12 students attend Bishop Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Bishop Independent Study students are American Indian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bishop Independent Study offer ?
Bishop Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bishop Independent Study part of?
Bishop Independent Study is part of Bishop Unified School District.
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