ACALANES CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY
Acalanes Center for Independent Study is a public high school that is part of the Acalanes Union High school district, located in Walnut Creek, CA with about 24 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 3 teachers, Acalanes Center for Independent Study has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Acalanes Center for Independent Study (ACIS), located in Walnut Creek, California, is a specialized educational program operating under the Acalanes Union High School District. It is designed for students who thrive in a non-traditional learning environment, offering a flexible, personalized academic experience that deviates from the conventional daily classroom structure. By focusing on self-directed learning, the program allows students to complete their high school graduation requirements while maintaining the ability to balance their studies with personal commitments, health needs, or other unique circumstances.
The school emphasizes a strong partnership between students, parents, and credentialed teachers to ensure academic rigor and accountability. While students work independently on their assignments, they maintain consistent contact with faculty through scheduled meetings, goal-setting sessions, and ongoing support. This model is intended to foster student autonomy, time management, and maturity, providing an alternative path for those who seek a more individualized approach to achieving their educational goals within the Acalanes district.
For more information, contact Acalanes Center for Independent Study at (925) 280-3945 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Walnut Creek, CA 94595-2201
(925) 280-3945
http://www.acalanes.k12.ca.us
ACALANES CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY is a public school in Walnut Creek, CA with about 24 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Acalanes Union High
- Total Students:
- 24
- Teachers:
- 3.2
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 24 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ACALANES CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.8%
- Two or more races
- 8.3%
- Female
- 62.5%
- Male
- 37.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.