Serving 662 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Independent Elementary is located in the northern part of Castro Valley, CA, covering approximately 16.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.9 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Independent Elementary School's student population of 662 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All Means All
School Rankings
Independent Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independent Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#848 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
50%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #848 out of 9,523 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
662 students attend Independent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Independent Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independent Elementary School?
Independent Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, 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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