Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Newman-crows Landing Independent Study ranks in the top 50% 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 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study's student population of 20 students has grown by 1900% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study 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 Newman-crows Landing 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newman-crows Landing Independent Study's ranking?
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study is ranked #4369 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newman-crows Landing Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Newman-crows Landing Independent Study is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newman-crows Landing Independent Study?
20 students attend Newman-crows Landing Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Newman-crows Landing Independent Study students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman-crows Landing Independent Study?
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newman-crows Landing Independent Study offer ?
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Newman-crows Landing Independent Study part of?
Newman-crows Landing Independent Study is part of Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District.
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