Decoto School for Independent Study
295 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Decoto School for Independent Study, located in Union City, California, is an alternative educational program within the New Haven Unified School District designed to offer students a flexible, non-traditional path to earning their high school diploma. Unlike a conventional classroom setting, the school focuses on personalized learning plans that allow students to work at their own pace. This environment is particularly well-suited for students who may require a more adaptable schedule due to personal, professional, or academic needs, as it prioritizes self-directed study under the guidance of credentialed teachers.
The program emphasizes academic accountability and individualized support, bridging the gap between independent coursework and direct instruction. Students meet regularly with teachers to review progress, receive guidance on assignments, and ensure they are meeting state standards and graduation requirements. By providing a smaller, more focused setting, Decoto School aims to foster student success, build self-reliance, and provide a viable educational alternative for those who thrive outside of the traditional comprehensive high school structure.
The program emphasizes academic accountability and individualized support, bridging the gap between independent coursework and direct instruction. Students meet regularly with teachers to review progress, receive guidance on assignments, and ensure they are meeting state standards and graduation requirements. By providing a smaller, more focused setting, Decoto School aims to foster student success, build self-reliance, and provide a viable educational alternative for those who thrive outside of the traditional comprehensive high school structure.
295
Total Students
15.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 24 |
| Asian | 86 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 8 |
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Hispanic129 (43.7 %)
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Asian86 (29.2 %)
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White26 (8.8 %)
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Black24 (8.1 %)
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Two or More19 (6.4 %)
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Pacific Islander8 (2.7 %)
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American Indian3 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Primarily virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | New Haven Unified |
| Phone: | (510)476-2696 |
| Website: | http://sites.google.com/a/nhusd.k12.ca.us/dis/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 295 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 114 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 38 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
7
Grade 1
12
Grade 2
8
Grade 3
10
Grade 4
11
Grade 5
10
Grade 6
11
Grade 7
18
Grade 8
24
Grade 9
14
Grade 10
45
Grade 11
54
Grade 12
71
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 7 |
| Grade 1 | 12 |
| Grade 2 | 8 |
| Grade 3 | 10 |
| Grade 4 | 11 |
| Grade 5 | 10 |
| Grade 6 | 11 |
| Grade 7 | 18 |
| Grade 8 | 24 |
| Grade 9 | 14 |
| Grade 10 | 45 |
| Grade 11 | 54 |
| Grade 12 | 71 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 161 | 54.6% |
| Male | 134 | 45.4% |
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