Independence Continuation High

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.
43
Total Students
2.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Independence Continuation High
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic29
Asian4
Two or More1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    29 (67.4 %)
  • White
    8 (18.6 %)
  • Asian
    4 (9.3 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (2.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Independence Continuation High
Grade Student Count
Grade 104
Grade 1123
Grade 1216
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Independence Continuation High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1944.2%
Male2455.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)