Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Exeter Independent Study (Alternative)'s student population of 86 students has grown by 160% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Exeter Independent Study (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Exeter Independent Study (Alternative)?
86 students attend Exeter Independent Study (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) offer ?
Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) part of?
Exeter Independent Study (Alternative) is part of Exeter Unified School District.
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