Serving 216 students in grades 9-12, Independence High (Alternative) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Independence High (Alternative)'s student population of 216 students has grown by 184% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence High (Alternative) is 0.55, 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)
(18-19)≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of Independence High (Alternative) is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Independence High (Alternative)?
216 students attend Independence High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Independence High (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High (Alternative)?
Independence High (Alternative) has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence High (Alternative) offer ?
Independence High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High (Alternative) part of?
Independence High (Alternative) is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
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