Independent Study Program ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was higher than the California state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was higher than the California state average of 48%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (19-20)
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(19-20)14%
55%
Black
(19-20)n/a
5%
White
(19-20)86%
23%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
43%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Independent Study Program?
7 students attend Independent Study Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Independent Study Program students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Independent Study Program offer ?
Independent Study Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Independent Study Program part of?
Independent Study Program is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
School Calendar
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