Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Independence Charter 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 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Charter's student population of 30 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence Charter is 0.52, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 schools are Independence Charter often compared to?
Independence Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Salida Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Independence Charter?
30 students attend Independence Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Independence Charter students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Charter?
Independence Charter has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence Charter offer ?
Independence Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Independence Charter part of?
Independence Charter is part of Salida Union Elementary School District.
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