Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Duane E. Furman Independent Study's student population of 301 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 0.32, 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
#8738 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
82%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duane E. Furman Independent Study's ranking?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is ranked #8738 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
301 students attend Duane E. Furman Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Duane E. Furman Independent Study students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Duane E. Furman Independent Study offer ?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Duane E. Furman Independent Study part of?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is part of Madera Unified School District.
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