Serving 116 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Napa Valley Independent Studies's student population of 116 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
116 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating all students to become College & Career Ready and beyond
School Rankings
Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Napa Valley Independent Studies is 0.52, which is less 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-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 Napa Valley Independent Studies's ranking?
Napa Valley Independent Studies is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Napa Valley Independent Studies?
The graduation rate of Napa Valley Independent Studies is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Napa Valley Independent Studies?
116 students attend Napa Valley Independent Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Napa Valley Independent Studies students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Napa Valley Independent Studies?
Napa Valley Independent Studies has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Napa Valley Independent Studies offer ?
Napa Valley Independent Studies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Napa Valley Independent Studies part of?
Napa Valley Independent Studies is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
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