Visalia Charter Independent Study

Charter School 597 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Visalia Charter Independent Study (VCIS), operating under the Visalia Unified School District, provides a flexible, personalized educational alternative for students in grades K-12 who thrive outside of a traditional classroom setting. The school is designed for self-motivated learners who require a non-traditional schedule, offering an independent study model where students complete coursework under the guidance of credentialed teachers. By emphasizing a partnership between the school, the home, and the student, VCIS allows families to tailor an educational plan that meets individual academic needs while maintaining state curriculum standards.

The program is structured to support students who may have professional commitments, personal health needs, or simply a preference for an individualized pace of learning. Students meet periodically with their assigned teachers to review assignments, receive instruction, and monitor progress, ensuring they remain on track for graduation. As part of the larger Visalia Unified School District, VCIS students still have access to district resources and support services, providing a unique balance of autonomy and institutional stability for students seeking a path to academic success outside of a conventional school day.
597
Total Students
49.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Visalia Charter Independent Study
Demographic Student Count
White117
Hispanic415
Black10
Asian20
Two or More28
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    415 (69.6 %)
  • White
    117 (19.6 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (4.7 %)
  • Asian
    20 (3.4 %)
  • Black
    10 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Visalia Unified
Phone: (559)735-8055
Website: http://www.vusd.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 597
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 347
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 8 15
Grade 9 52
Grade 10 130
Grade 11 195
Grade 12 205

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Visalia Charter Independent Study
Grade Student Count
Grade 815
Grade 952
Grade 10130
Grade 11195
Grade 12205
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Visalia Charter Independent Study
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34958.5%
Male24741.4%
Not Specified10.1%
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