Serving 20 students in grades 1-12, Centennial Independent Study ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Centennial Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
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Centennial Independent Study's student population of 20 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
The diversity score of Centennial Independent Study is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked QuestionsÂé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½> 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).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Centennial Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial Independent Study?
20 students attend Centennial Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Centennial Independent Study students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Independent Study?
Centennial Independent Study has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Independent Study offer ?
Centennial Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Centennial Independent Study part of?
Centennial Independent Study is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
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