Serving 237 students in grades 7-12, Goodwill 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodwill Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Goodwill Independent Study's student population of 237 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goodwill 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 Goodwill 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
#7692 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
47:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
60%
55%
Black
26%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodwill Independent Study's ranking?
Goodwill Independent Study is ranked #7692 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goodwill Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Goodwill Independent Study is 40-44%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Goodwill Independent Study?
237 students attend Goodwill Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Goodwill Independent Study students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodwill Independent Study?
Goodwill Independent Study has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Goodwill Independent Study offer ?
Goodwill Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Goodwill Independent Study part of?
Goodwill Independent Study is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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