Serving 107 students in grades 6-12, Shasta County Independent Study 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shasta County Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Shasta County Independent Study's student population of 107 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Shasta County Independent Study 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 Shasta County Independent Study is 0.53, 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
#6733 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Shasta County Independent Study's ranking?
Shasta County Independent Study is ranked #6733 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shasta County Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Shasta County Independent Study is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shasta County Independent Study?
107 students attend Shasta County Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Shasta County Independent Study students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shasta County Independent Study?
Shasta County Independent Study has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta County Independent Study offer ?
Shasta County Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Shasta County Independent Study part of?
Shasta County Independent Study is part of Shasta County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Shasta County Independent Study located?
Shasta County Independent Study is located in the Buckeye neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Buckeye.
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