Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Acalanes Center For 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acalanes Center For Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Acalanes Center For Independent Study's student population of 61 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Acalanes Center For Independent Study ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acalanes Center For Independent Study is 0.55, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acalanes Center For Independent Study's ranking?
Acalanes Center For Independent Study is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acalanes Center For Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Acalanes Center For Independent Study is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Acalanes Center For Independent Study?
61 students attend Acalanes Center For Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Acalanes Center For Independent Study students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acalanes Center For Independent Study?
Acalanes Center For Independent Study has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Acalanes Center For Independent Study offer ?
Acalanes Center For Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Acalanes Center For Independent Study part of?
Acalanes Center For Independent Study is part of Acalanes Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Acalanes Center For Independent Study located?
Acalanes Center For Independent Study is located in the Rossmoor neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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