Serving 100 students in grades 6-12, Shasta County 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shasta County Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Shasta County Independent Study's student population of 100 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shasta County Independent Study ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shasta County Independent Study is 0.68, 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
#3075 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
42%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 is Shasta County Independent Study's ranking?
Shasta County Independent Study is ranked #3075 out of 3,649 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shasta County Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Shasta County Independent Study is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shasta County Independent Study?
100 students attend Shasta County Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Shasta County Independent Study students are Two or more races, 34% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shasta County Independent Study?
Shasta County Independent Study has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta County Independent Study offer ?
Shasta County Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Shasta County Independent Study part of?
Shasta County Independent Study is part of Shasta County Office Of Education School District.
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