Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Independent Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Independent Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Independent Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independent Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#728 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Independent Elementary School's ranking?
Independent Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Independent Elementary School often compared to?
Independent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jensen Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Independent Elementary School?
661 students attend Independent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Independent Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independent Elementary School?
Independent Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independent Elementary School offer ?
Independent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Independent Elementary School part of?
Independent Elementary School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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