Independent Elementary School serves 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Independent Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (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 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Independent Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independent Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Independent Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#438 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Independent Elementary School's ranking?
Independent Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Independent Elementary School?
571 students attend Independent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Independent Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independent Elementary School?
Independent Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, 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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