Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, Templeton Independent Study High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 50% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Templeton Independent Study High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Templeton Independent Study High School's student population of 96 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Templeton Independent Study High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Templeton Independent Study High School is 0.62, 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
#3778 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2005–2024. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton Independent Study High School's ranking?
Templeton Independent Study High School is ranked #3778 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Templeton Independent Study High School?
The graduation rate of Templeton Independent Study High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Templeton Independent Study High School?
96 students attend Templeton Independent Study High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Templeton Independent Study High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton Independent Study High School?
Templeton Independent Study High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Templeton Independent Study High School offer ?
Templeton Independent Study High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Templeton Independent Study High School part of?
Templeton Independent Study High School is part of Templeton Unified School District.
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