Serving 43 students in grades 9-12, Independence Continuation High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 81% 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
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence Continuation High School's student population of 43 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Continuation High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Continuation High School is 0.50, 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
#2915 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
68%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Continuation High School's ranking?
Independence Continuation High School is ranked #2915 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence Continuation High School?
43 students attend Independence Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Independence Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Continuation High School?
Independence Continuation High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Independence Continuation High School offer ?
Independence Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence Continuation High School part of?
Independence Continuation High School is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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