Serving 88 students in grades 9-12, Independence High (Alternative) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 21-39% (which was approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-69% (which was higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Independence High (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3052 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High (Alternative)'s ranking?
Independence High (Alternative) is ranked #3052 out of 9,523 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High (Alternative)?
88 students attend Independence High (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Independence High (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence High (Alternative)?
Independence High (Alternative) has a student ration of 13:1, 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 Alhambra Unified School District.
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