Serving 602 students in grades 7-12, Visalia Charter Independent Study ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Visalia Charter Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Visalia Charter Independent Study's student population of 602 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Visalia Charter Independent Study ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Visalia Charter Independent Study is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Visalia Charter Independent Study's ranking?
Visalia Charter Independent Study is ranked #715 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Visalia Charter Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Visalia Charter Independent Study is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Visalia Charter Independent Study?
602 students attend Visalia Charter Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Visalia Charter Independent Study students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Visalia Charter Independent Study?
Visalia Charter Independent Study has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Visalia Charter Independent Study offer ?
Visalia Charter Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Visalia Charter Independent Study part of?
Visalia Charter Independent Study is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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