Serving 29 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 50%).
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 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corning Independent Study's student population of 29 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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 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 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Corning Independent Study?
29 students attend Corning Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Corning Independent Study students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corning Independent Study?
Corning Independent Study has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than 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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