Serving 250 students in grades 9-12, Independence High (Alternative) 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High (Alternative)'s student population of 250 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence High (Alternative) 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 Independence High (Alternative) is 0.62, 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
#4816 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Independence High (Alternative)'s ranking?
Independence High (Alternative) is ranked #4816 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High (Alternative)?
The graduation rate of Independence High (Alternative) is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High (Alternative)?
250 students attend Independence High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Independence High (Alternative) students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High (Alternative)?
Independence High (Alternative) has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence High (Alternative) offer ?
Independence High (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High (Alternative) part of?
Independence High (Alternative) is part of Roseville Joint Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence High (Alternative) located?
Independence High (Alternative) is located in the Sierra Vista neighborhood of Roseville, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sierra Vista.
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