Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Duane E. Furman 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Duane E. Furman Independent Study's student population of 348 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 185% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 0.30, 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
#8738 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duane E. Furman Independent Study's ranking?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is ranked #8738 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
348 students attend Duane E. Furman Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Duane E. Furman Independent Study students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Duane E. Furman Independent Study offer ?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Duane E. Furman Independent Study part of?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is part of Madera Unified School District.
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