Serving 26 students in grades 9-12, Centinela Valley 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 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 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
Centinela Valley Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Centinela Valley Independent Study's student population of 26 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centinela Valley 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 Centinela Valley Independent Study is 0.44, 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
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
6%
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 Centinela Valley Independent Study's ranking?
Centinela Valley 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 Centinela Valley Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Centinela Valley Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Centinela Valley Independent Study?
26 students attend Centinela Valley Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Centinela Valley Independent Study students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centinela Valley Independent Study?
Centinela Valley Independent Study has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centinela Valley Independent Study offer ?
Centinela Valley Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centinela Valley Independent Study part of?
Centinela Valley Independent Study is part of Centinela Valley Union High School District.
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