Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Independence High (Continuation School) ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High (Continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High (Continuation School)'s student population of 52 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence High (Continuation School) 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 Independence High (Continuation School) is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5359 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High (Continuation School)'s ranking?
Independence High (Continuation School) is ranked #5359 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Independence High (Continuation School) often compared to?
Independence High (Continuation School)is often viewed alongside schools like Amador County Rop, Jackson Junior High School, Amador High School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High (Continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Independence High (Continuation School) is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High (Continuation School)?
52 students attend Independence High (Continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Independence High (Continuation School) students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High (Continuation School)?
Independence High (Continuation School) has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence High (Continuation School) offer ?
Independence High (Continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High (Continuation School) part of?
Independence High (Continuation School) is part of Amador County Unified School District.
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