Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Corning Independent Study ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corning Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Corning Independent Study's student population of 41 students has grown by 156% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Corning Independent Study ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corning 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corning Independent Study's ranking?
Corning Independent Study is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corning Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Corning Independent Study is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Corning Independent Study?
41 students attend Corning Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Corning Independent Study students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corning Independent Study?
Corning Independent Study has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Corning Independent Study offer ?
Corning Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Corning Independent Study part of?
Corning Independent Study is part of Corning Union High School District.
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