Serving 19 students in grades 1-12, Centennial 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 <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- 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
Centennial Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Centennial Independent Study's student population of 19 students has grown by 171% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Centennial Independent Study 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
25%
9%
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 59% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Centennial Independent Study?
19 students attend Centennial Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Centennial Independent Study students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Independent Study?
Centennial Independent Study has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Independent Study offer ?
Centennial Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Centennial Independent Study part of?
Centennial Independent Study is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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