Independence Continuation High School serves 37 students in grades 9-12.
Independence Continuation High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence Continuation High School's student population of 37 students has grown by 270% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Continuation High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Independence Continuation High School is 0.55, 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
#1803 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Continuation High School's ranking?
Independence Continuation High School is ranked #1803 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Independence Continuation High School?
37 students attend Independence Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Independence Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Continuation High School?
Independence Continuation High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence Continuation High School offer ?
Independence Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence Continuation High School part of?
Independence Continuation High School is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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