Independence High Alternative School serves 262 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alhambra City High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Independence High Alternative School?
262 students attend Independence High Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Independence High Alternative School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Independence High Alternative School offer ?
Independence High Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High Alternative School part of?
Independence High Alternative School is part of Alhambra City High School District.
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