Serving 180 students in grades 7-12, Goodwill 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodwill Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Goodwill Independent Study's student population of 180 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Goodwill 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 Goodwill Independent Study is 0.53, 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
#9129 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
31%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Goodwill Independent Study's ranking?
Goodwill Independent Study is ranked #9129 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goodwill Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Goodwill Independent Study is 55-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Goodwill Independent Study?
180 students attend Goodwill Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Goodwill Independent Study students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodwill Independent Study?
Goodwill Independent Study has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Goodwill Independent Study offer ?
Goodwill Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Goodwill Independent Study part of?
Goodwill Independent Study is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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