Serving 150 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Independence Charter Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Independence Charter Academy's student population of 150 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Independence Charter Academy 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 Charter Academy is 0.64, which is more 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
#8456 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Charter Academy's ranking?
Independence Charter Academy is ranked #8456 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Independence Charter Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence Charter Academy?
150 students attend Independence Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Independence Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Charter Academy?
Independence Charter Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence Charter Academy offer ?
Independence Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Independence Charter Academy part of?
Independence Charter Academy is part of Helendale Elementary School District.
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