Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (22-23)
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2492 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
34%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
33%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
39%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative)'s ranking?
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) is ranked #2492 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative)?
3 students attend Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 33% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) offer ?
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) part of?
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) is part of Vallecito Union School District.
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