Independence Continuation High
43 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Independence Continuation High School, located in Madera, California, is part of the Golden Valley Unified School District. As a continuation high school, it is designed to provide a flexible and supportive alternative learning environment for students who may be at risk of not graduating or who benefit from a smaller, more personalized educational setting than what is offered at a traditional comprehensive high school. The school focuses on helping students recover credits, stay on track for graduation, and develop the academic and personal skills necessary for post-secondary success.
The mission of Independence Continuation High centers on meeting the unique needs of its diverse student body by fostering a close-knit community and a structured atmosphere. By offering smaller class sizes and individualized attention from staff, the school aims to re-engage students in their education and provide them with the tools needed to overcome obstacles. Prospective students or families looking for more detailed information regarding curriculum, specific enrollment requirements, or school policies can visit the official district website at http://www.gvusd.k12.ca.us.
The mission of Independence Continuation High centers on meeting the unique needs of its diverse student body by fostering a close-knit community and a structured atmosphere. By offering smaller class sizes and individualized attention from staff, the school aims to re-engage students in their education and provide them with the tools needed to overcome obstacles. Prospective students or families looking for more detailed information regarding curriculum, specific enrollment requirements, or school policies can visit the official district website at http://www.gvusd.k12.ca.us.
43
Total Students
2.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 29 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic29 (67.4 %)
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White8 (18.6 %)
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Asian4 (9.3 %)
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Two or More1 (2.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (2.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Golden Valley Unified |
| Phone: | (559)645-3580 |
| Website: | http://www.gvusd.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 43 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 2.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 37 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 10
4
Grade 11
23
Grade 12
16
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 10 | 4 |
| Grade 11 | 23 |
| Grade 12 | 16 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 19 | 44.2% |
| Male | 24 | 55.8% |
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