Serving 104 students in grades 9-12, Independence Continuation 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Independence Continuation's student population of 104 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence Continuation 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 is 0.57, 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
#6733 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
61%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
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's ranking?
Independence Continuation is ranked #6733 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Continuation?
The graduation rate of Independence Continuation is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence Continuation?
104 students attend Independence Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Independence Continuation students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Continuation?
Independence Continuation has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence Continuation offer ?
Independence Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence Continuation part of?
Independence Continuation is part of El Dorado Union High School District.
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