Serving 62 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Summit View Independent Study 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit View Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Summit View Independent Study's student population of 62 students has declined by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit View Independent Study 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 Summit View Independent Study is 0.59, 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
#4991 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit View Independent Study's ranking?
Summit View Independent Study is ranked #4991 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit View Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Summit View Independent Study is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit View Independent Study?
62 students attend Summit View Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Summit View Independent Study students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit View Independent Study?
Summit View Independent Study has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summit View Independent Study offer ?
Summit View Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Summit View Independent Study part of?
Summit View Independent Study is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit View Independent Study located?
Summit View Independent Study is located in the Victoria neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Victoria.
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