For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 69 students in Independence, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Independence, CA is Owens Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, CA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Independence have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Independence, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Owens Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 S. Clay St.
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2405
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2405
Grades: K-8
| 69 students
Independence, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Jill Kinmont Boothe School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P.o. Drawer G
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 873-3262
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 873-3262
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
Opportunity (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
555 S. Clay St.
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2426
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2426
Grades: K-12
| 3 students
Owens Valley Community Day (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
202 South Clay St
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2405
Independence, CA 93526
(760) 878-2405
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Independence, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Independence, CA include Owens Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Independence?
1 public elementary schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.