Serving 19 students in grades 1-12, Centennial 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 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Centennial Independent Study's student population of 19 students has grown by 171% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial 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 Centennial Independent Study is 0.69, 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.
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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
21%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Independent Study's ranking?
Centennial 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 Centennial Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial Independent Study?
19 students attend Centennial Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Centennial Independent Study students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Independent Study?
Centennial Independent Study has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Centennial Independent Study offer ?
Centennial Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Centennial Independent Study part of?
Centennial Independent Study is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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