Serving 124 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Napa Valley Independent Studies's student population of 124 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Napa Valley Independent Studies is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6446 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napa Valley Independent Studies's ranking?
Napa Valley Independent Studies is ranked #6446 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Napa Valley Independent Studies?
The graduation rate of Napa Valley Independent Studies is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Napa Valley Independent Studies?
124 students attend Napa Valley Independent Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Napa Valley Independent Studies students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Napa Valley Independent Studies?
Napa Valley Independent Studies has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Napa Valley Independent Studies offer ?
Napa Valley Independent Studies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Napa Valley Independent Studies part of?
Napa Valley Independent Studies is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
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