Serving 25 students in grades 1-12, Centennial Independent Study ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Centennial Independent Study's student population of 25 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Centennial Independent Study is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
44%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial Independent Study?
25 students attend Centennial Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Centennial Independent Study students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Independent Study?
Centennial Independent Study has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Independent Study offer ?
Centennial Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Centennial Independent Study part of?
Centennial Independent Study is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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