Bishop Independent Study

2001 Sugar Loaf Rd.
Big Pine, CA 93513

(760)938-2001

www.bishopschools.org

12 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Bishop Independent Study, located in Big Pine, California, is a specialized educational program operating under the Bishop Unified School District. Designed as an alternative to the traditional classroom setting, the school provides a flexible, personalized learning environment for students who require a non-traditional approach to their education. By offering a curriculum tailored to individual needs, the school allows students to work at their own pace while maintaining the academic standards and support systems found within the broader district.

The program emphasizes self-directed learning and close collaboration between students, parents, and credentialed teachers. Through regular check-ins and structured assignments, students are able to complete their graduation requirements in a setting that accommodates varying schedules and personal circumstances. As part of the Bishop Unified School District, the school serves as a valuable resource for families seeking an educational path that prioritizes independence, individual mastery, and a supportive, guided academic framework.

Total Students

0.3

Full-Time Teachers

46.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

75.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bishop Independent Study
Demographic	Student Count
White	2
Hispanic	4
Two or More	2
American Indian	4

Hispanic
4 (33.3 %)
American Indian
4 (33.3 %)
White
2 (16.7 %)
Two or More
2 (16.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Bishop Unified
Phone:	(760)938-2001
Website:	http://www.bishopschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	12
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	0.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	46.2
NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
Qualified Free Lunch:	9
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 2

Grade 10 2

Grade 12 8