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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duane E. Furman Independent Study's student population of 348 students has grown by 138% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Madera Unified will set the standard for hard work, creativity and resiliency with a fearless drive to continuously improve.
School Rankings
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 0.24, 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
#8695 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duane E. Furman Independent Study's ranking?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is ranked #8695 out of 9,523 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
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?
87% of Duane E. Furman Independent Study students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 19:1, 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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