Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, Independence Continuation High School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence Continuation High School's student population of 45 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence Continuation High School 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 Independence Continuation High School is 0.47, 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
#5155 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Continuation High School's ranking?
Independence Continuation High School is ranked #5155 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Independence Continuation High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence Continuation High School?
45 students attend Independence Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Independence Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Continuation High School?
Independence Continuation High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence Continuation High School offer ?
Independence Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence Continuation High School part of?
Independence Continuation High School is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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